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Nightmares Quote by Cornelia Funke

“Nothing chased nightmares away faster than the rustle of printed paper. But” quote by Cornelia Funke
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““Nothing chased nightmares away faster than the rustle of printed paper. But””

Cornelia Funke

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Book of Lost Things, 2009

Suggests that reading can quickly dispel nightmares, highlighting the calming power of printed words.

In simple terms: Reading soothes fear quickly.

Key Takeaway

Read to calm the mind.

Themes

reading comfort nightmares

Mood

soothing reassuring

Type

therapeutic reflective

When to use this quote

  • bedtime routines
  • stress coping
  • mental health

Key Concepts

literary therapy psychological relief

Questions to Reflect On

  • What books help you feel safe?
  • How can reading replace other coping methods?
A Different Perspective

May not work for all anxiety types.

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