--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I am, have been, shall always be, Light &…" description: "\"I am, have been, shall always be, Light & Dark, in equal measure. A perfect balance of each, walking a Razor's Edge, feet bleeding, blood flowing, down..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/341/eric-nickel-934_balance_i-am-have-been-shall-always-be-light-dar_818421.jpg" --- # I am, have been, shall always be, Light & Dark, in equal… ![“I am, have been, shall always be, Light & Dark, in equal measure. A perfect balance of each, walking a Razor's Edge, feet bleeding, blood flowing, down each side, equally. I am wise enough, and my mind is evolved enough, to ensure the light always leads the way, but I use the darkness in me, for…” quote by Eric Nickel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/341/eric-nickel-934_balance_i-am-have-been-shall-always-be-light-dar_818421.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/341/eric-nickel-934_balance_i-am-have-been-shall-always-be-light-dar_818421.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/341/eric-nickel-934_balance_i-am-have-been-shall-always-be-light-dar_818421.jpg) > “I am, have been, shall always be, Light & Dark, in equal measure. A perfect balance of each, walking a Razor's Edge, feet bleeding, blood flowing, down each side, equally. I am wise enough, and my mind is evolved enough, to ensure the light always leads the way, but I use the darkness in me, for surely, there is strength there. Between the two, you find me, giggling, crying, and free.” [Eric Nickel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/eric-nickel/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Balancing light and darkness within, using both for guidance and strength, embracing emotion and freedom. **In simple terms:** Balance light and dark for strength. Key Takeaway Embrace both sides. Themes balance inner conflict strength emotion Mood introspective hopeful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal growth - creative work - mental health - conflict resolution Key Concepts dualism self‑acceptance psychology Questions to Reflect On - How do you integrate light and dark in decisions? - What emotions arise when you balance them? 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