Age Quote by Diane Setterfield
“Still in my coat and hat, I sank onto the stair to read the letter. (I never read without making sure I am in a secure position. I have been like this ever since the age of seven when, sitting on a high wall and reading The Water Babies, I was so seduced by the descriptions of underwater life that I unconsciously relaxed my muscles. Instead of being held buoyant by the water that so vividly surrounded me in my mind, I plummeted to the ground and knocked myself out. I can still feel the scar under my fringe now. Reading can be dangerous.)”
About This Quote
Reading can be hazardous when it induces deep relaxation, leading to loss of physical awareness and injury.
In simple terms: Reading can cause physical risk.
Key Takeaway
Stay aware while reading.
Themes
literature
safety
mind-body connection
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
practical
reflective
When to use this quote
- library
- personal safety
- education
Key Concepts
relaxation
danger
reading habits
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay grounded?
- What safeguards help you?
A Different Perspective
Safety requires vigilance.
