Ashamed Quote by Don DeLillo
“I am ashamed every day, and more ashamed the next. But I will spend the rest of my life in this living space writing these notes, this journal, recording my acts and reflections, finding some honor, some worth at the bottom of things. I want ten thousand pages that will stop the world.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: White Noise, 1985
The narrator seeks redemption through relentless writing, hoping his words will halt the overwhelming chaos of existence.
In simple terms: Writing can give purpose amid chaos.
Key Takeaway
Write to find meaning.
Themes
redemption
writing
existential angst
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- journal keeping
- creative projects
- mental health coping
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
literature
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you hope your writing will achieve?
- How does chronic shame affect creativity?
A Different Perspective
Writing alone may not change external realities, only internal perception.
