Psychology Quote by Clive Barker-Lord of Illusions
““Dorothea: "What the fuck are you?" Nix: "A man who wanted to be a God...then changed his mind.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Great and Secret Show, Clive Barker, 1989
A man aspiring to godhood may later reject that desire.
In simple terms: Power can be abandoned.
Key Takeaway
Question ambitions.
Themes
ambition
divinity
change
humility
identity
Mood
dark
introspective
Type
Psychology:0
God Changed:0
Changed Mind:0
Wanted God:0
Fuck Nix:0
Dorothea Fuck:0
When to use this quote
- career
- relationships
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people renounce power?
- What triggers a change of heart?
A Different Perspective
Desire for power may resurface.
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