Novel-in-verse Quote by Elizabeth Acevedo
““And as she recites Scripture words tumble out of my mouth too, all of the poems and stanzas I've memorized spill out, getting louder and louder, all out of order, until I'm yelling at the top of my lungs, heaving the words like weapons from my chest...””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Art of Speaking” by Elizabeth Acevedo, 2020
When emotions surge, language becomes a weapon, spilling out uncontrolled and powerful.
In simple terms: Strong feelings turn words into powerful, chaotic expressions.
Key Takeaway
Channel emotion into purposeful speech.
Themes
expression
emotion
creativity
voice
Mood
intense
passionate
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- therapy sessions
- creative writing
- activism
Key Concepts
psychology
poetics
performance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you harness emotional energy?
- When does raw expression help versus hurt?
A Different Perspective
Uncontrolled outbursts can damage relationships.
