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Dreaming Quote by George R.R. Martin

“This is an evil dream, she thought. But if she were dreaming, why did it hurt so much? She tried to ask the shadows, but they did not answer. Perhaps they did not hear her. Perhaps they were not real.” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““This is an evil dream, she thought. But if she were dreaming, why did it hurt so much? She tried to ask the shadows, but they did not answer. Perhaps they did not hear her. Perhaps they were not real.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Song of Ice and Fire, 1996

A dream can feel painfully real, questioning the nature of perception and existence.

In simple terms: Dreams can hurt like reality.

Key Takeaway

Question what feels real.

Themes

perception reality existence

Mood

conflicted thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • nightmares
  • creative writing
  • therapy
  • philosophical debate

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology subjectivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this dream reveal about your waking fears?
  • How do you distinguish illusion from truth?
A Different Perspective

Dreams may be symbolic, not literal pain.

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