Absurdity Quote by Hyon Gyon
“Desire and loss of will tend to hurt the mind, which can lead to fear and compulsion. The result is that we suppress negative emotions, which we've been taught to be shameful of and hide, such as pain, anger, sorrow, and resentment. I take these complex and varied emotions surrounded by obscurity, absurdity, contradiction, and events out of our control such as tragedy, and project them in my work. So I understand that the images can generate fear, confusion, and anxiety in the audience, and if they're difficult to turn away from, it only means that my intention has been communicated.”
About This Quote
Suppressing painful emotions leads to fear and compulsive behavior; confronting them can create powerful, unsettling art.
In simple terms: Facing hidden feelings fuels authentic expression.
Key Takeaway
Embrace and channel difficult emotions creatively.
Themes
psychology
creative process
emotional honesty
Mood
introspective
raw
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic expression
- writing
- therapy
- public speaking
Key Concepts
fear
compulsion
shame
tragedy
Questions to Reflect On
- Which emotions am I hiding?
- How can I transform them into art?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding pain can stifle growth and authenticity.
![“People who tend to [suppress their negative emotions] regularly,” concludes Grob, “might start to see the world in a more negative light.” quote by Susan Cain](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/428/susan-cain-647_negative-emotions_people-who-tend-to-suppress-their-negati_74753.jpg)
