Black hole Quote by Eric Nickel
“Trying to spread joy, at night, on these sites, is like trying to take a candle into a Black hole...Why do I keep trying? What happens when even people like me give up?”
About This Quote
Attempting to spread joy feels futile, likened to a candle disappearing in a black hole, questioning perseverance when efforts seem ineffective.
In simple terms: Feeling hopeless when efforts seem wasted.
Persist despite feeling ineffective.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- online activism
- nighttime outreach
- creative projects
- mental health advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small impacts can you observe from your efforts?
- How might you adapt your approach for better results?
The metaphor may overstate hopelessness, ignoring incremental positive effects.