Conflicted Quote by Ilona Andrews
““All that was missing was a neon sign that read EVIL AND CONFLICTED ABOUT IT with a flashing arrow pointing at his head.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Neon Sign", 2012
A humorous metaphor shows a character’s inner conflict highlighted by a literal neon sign.
In simple terms: A sign reveals inner turmoil.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address personal conflicts.
Themes
conflict
humor
self-awareness
Mood
witty
insightful
Type
satirical
contemporary
When to use this quote
- relationships
- career choices
- personal growth
Key Concepts
literature
metaphor
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What “neon sign” points to your hidden conflict?
- How can you turn conflict into growth?
A Different Perspective
Humor may mask seriousness of the issue.
![“[william] Burroughs, incidentally, took up the slogan that we are "Here to go", which contradicts the tendency in Eastern mysticism to advocate staying where you are because there's nowhere to go anyway. I feel conflicted on this one.” quote by Quentin S. Crisp](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aa0/quentin-s-crisp-4149_burroughs_william-burroughs-incidentally-took-up-t_122911.jpg)
