Blues Quote by Herman Melville
““Whenever I find myself growing grim about the mouth; whenever it is a damp, drizzly November in my soul; whenever i find myself involuntarily pausing before coffin warehouses, and bringing up the rear of every funeral I meet... I quietly take to the ship. There is nothing surprising in this. If they but knew it, almost all men in their degree, some time or other, cherish very nearly the same feelings towards the ocean with me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Moby‑Dick by Herman Melville, 1851
The speaker finds solace in the sea when life feels bleak, using the ocean as a refuge from melancholy and existential dread.
In simple terms: The sea offers comfort when one feels down.
Key Takeaway
Seek the ocean’s calm in tough times.
Themes
solace
nature
melancholy
escape
Mood
reflective
melancholic
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- grief
- personal crisis
- creative block
- seeking peace
Key Concepts
existentialism
romanticism
nature therapy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the sea symbolize for you?
- How can you find similar refuge without water?
A Different Perspective
The ocean may not be accessible to everyone, limiting its therapeutic use.
