Dreams Quote by Charles Bukowski
““She was beginning to understand. Winners didn’t shoot off their mouths. They were afraid of getting murdered in the parking lot. After the fourth race, a $22.80 winner, he turned again and told Katherine, “I had that one, ten across.” She turned away. “His face is yellow, Hank. Did you see his eyes? He’s sick.” “He’s sick on the dream. We’re all sick on the dream, that’s why we’re out here.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: *Post Office* by Charles Bukowski, 1971
The narrator sees the dream of success as a disease, causing fear and disillusionment among peers.
In simple terms: Dream of success feels sickening.
Key Takeaway
Question the cost of chasing success.
Themes
disillusionment
fear
dreams
Mood
dark
cynical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- career ambition
- artistic pursuit
- street life
Key Concepts
existential dread
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What dreams feel toxic to you?
- How does fear shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize struggle without offering solutions.
