Black eyes Quote by H.G. Wells
““In the middle of the night she woke up dreaming of huge white heads like turnips, that came trailing after her, at the end of interminable necks, and with vast black eyes. But being a sensible woman, she subdued her terrors and turned over and went to sleep again.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Stolen Body", 1898
A woman confronts nightmarish visions but chooses to ignore them, returning to sleep.
In simple terms: Facing fear by dismissing it.
Key Takeaway
Ignore terror to maintain calm.
Themes
fear
nightmares
denial
control
Mood
uneasy
reflective
Type
narrative
psychological
When to use this quote
- sleep disturbances
- anxiety episodes
- night terrors
Key Concepts
psychology
surrealism
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the risks of ignoring fear?
- When is confronting fear healthier?
A Different Perspective
Denial can prevent processing trauma.
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