Abandonment Quote by David Levithan
“I cannot think of a single word to describe what we feel. I think we all feel it, to varying degrees. Perhaps in some other language there is a word for 'the world is terribly wrong.' That feeling of stun and unbelief and abandonment and shock and horror and distress.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: David Levithan discussing emotional states, 2020
Describes a profound, indescribable feeling of collective distress and disorientation, suggesting a universal sense of the world being deeply wrong.
In simple terms: A deep, shared sense of the world being wrong.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and discuss collective emotional pain.
Themes
psychological
human experience
disorientation
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
emotive
When to use this quote
- mental health counseling
- community dialogues
- artistic expression
- writing workshops
Key Concepts
Existential crisis
collective trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- What language could better express this state?
- How can societies heal from collective shock?
A Different Perspective
Words may not fully capture the depth of such feelings.
