Darkness Quote by Eric Nickel
“Even as I burn, So brightly, I still, As we all do, Struggle along, In the Dark, That presses in, From all around me. Most often, Because of the traits I built, The Man I chose to be, My light, Is more than enough, To keep at bay, The Darkness, That hungers, To extinguish, My exquisite Soul. Yet, from time to time, Even I, My light, Is not enough. And I have found, From time to time, Seen, In the distance, A spark, A light, Growing, As it draws near. I do not shrink way, Hide, Run. I embrace it, And find, A like mind, A kindred spirit, An affirmation, That I am not alone, For I have, When I see, Bask, Eyes and heart wide open, A beautiful friend. Together, We rush off giggling, Pushing back the Darkness, To a place, Of beauty, Safety, Comfort, And Peace.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown (self‑authored lyrical poem)
The speaker acknowledges personal inner light can repel darkness, yet sometimes feels insufficient, and finds solace in shared companionship that amplifies hope and safety.
In simple terms: Inner strength helps, but companionship strengthens it.
Key Takeaway
Seek supportive connections when feeling overwhelmed.
Themes
resilience
hope
companionship
inner light
darkness
friendship
Mood
reflective
hopeful
inspirational
Type
poetic
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal struggle
- mental health
- creative writing
- friendship building
- overcoming loneliness
Key Concepts
existential affirmation
shared resilience
mutual support
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you invite into your light?
- How does shared hope change personal struggle?
A Different Perspective
Even strong individuals need community to fully overcome darkness.
