Abyss Quote by H.D. Gordon
““There is no feeling that is comparable to that of being truly lost. I don’t mean lost in the woods, or desert, but lost in the way that only can happen internally. Lost to the deepest, blackest pit of your soul, clinging to ghosts of past times, when you thought you knew who and what you were. When this happens, you have two choices; you can give in to your darkest inclinations, and accept what you are, or you can fight, knowing that it is a losing battle, that the good half of your soul is strong, but can never erase the bad part.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Personal Reflection, 2020
The quote describes an internal crisis of identity, urging a choice between surrendering to darkness or struggling despite inevitable flaws.
In simple terms: Feeling lost inside leads to a moral choice.
Key Takeaway
Choose to fight inner darkness.
Themes
identity
struggle
morality
self‑acceptance
Mood
melancholic
determined
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- midlife crisis
- creative block
- spiritual awakening
Key Concepts
existential crisis
dualism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “fighting” look like for you?
- Can acceptance coexist with resistance?
A Different Perspective
The struggle may never fully eradicate the darker self, only manage it.
