Blood Quote by Bret Easton Ellis
“I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, flesh, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for greed and disgust. Something horrible is happening inside of me and I don't know why. My nightly bloodlust has overflown into my days. I feel lethal, on the verge of frenzy. I think my mask of sanity is about to slip.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis, 1991
The narrator feels detached from emotion, driven by greed and disgust, hinting at a psychological breakdown.
In simple terms: Lack of emotion, only greed and disgust.
Key Takeaway
Seek emotional awareness.
Themes
psychology
alienation
violence
Mood
disturbed
intense
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- self‑reflection
- creative writing
- mental health awareness
Key Concepts
emotional numbness
identity crisis
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers emotional numbness?
- How does greed shape identity?
A Different Perspective
The extreme tone may exaggerate for effect.
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