Existence Quote by Gayle Forman
““OrI just want out. Out of my existence. I find myself wishing that a lot lately. Not be dead. Or kill myself. Or any of that kind of stupid shit. It’s more that I can’t help thinking that if I’d never been born in the first place, I wouldn’t be facing those sixty-seven nights, I wouldn’t be right here, right now, having just endured that conversation with her.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: If I Stay, Gayle Forman, 2009
The speaker feels deep despair, wishing they could have never existed to avoid current suffering.
In simple terms: Feeling hopeless and wishing to erase one's existence.
Key Takeaway
Seek help and share feelings.
Themes
despair
existential crisis
mental health
Mood
sad
lonely
Type
personal
emotional
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- confiding in friends
- emergency hotlines
- journaling
Key Concepts
nihilism
self-worth
coping mechanisms
Questions to Reflect On
- What supports could change this perspective?
- How can you find meaning despite pain?
A Different Perspective
Suicidal thoughts may indicate underlying treatable conditions.
