Mexico city Quote by Daniel Hernandez
““One night, walking on the street in the Colonia Portales, I become startled by my own train of thought. I am desperately poor right now, surviving on coffee, orange juice, and beer ('grain juice'), and tacos. Gigs for writers don't come easy. I am angry and depressed and feverish. I had moved to Mexico City on a whim and I knew it would be hard. What I fail to expect is that the delinquency mind-set would take over my brain. Who would stop me, I think, who would catch me, if I hop into that cab coming my way and start barking directions? Who would know or care if I held a knife to the driver's throat, demanded all his money, and threatened to kill him if he made any further moves? How would I feel when I got home at night, finally able to eat properly? p 123-4””
About This Quote
Source Personal journal entry, 2023
Despair and anger can lead to dangerous fantasies, highlighting the struggle of survival in a new city.
In simple terms: Hardship fuels dark thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Find healthier coping.
Themes
survival
mental health
urban life
Mood
raw
introspective
Type
personal
confessional
When to use this quote
- budget living
- creative writing
- seeking community
- therapy
Key Concepts
desperation
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What support could reduce such desperation?
- How can creative work become a sustainable income?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may romanticize crisis, overlooking practical solutions.
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