Combat-ptsd Quote by Jake Wood
““You are no longer human, with all those depths and highs and nuances of emotion that define you as a person. There is no feeling any more, because to feel any emotion would also be to beckon the overwhelming blackness from you. My mind has now locked all this down. And without any control of this self-defence mechanism my subconscious has operated. I do not feel any more.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Unknown (likely a novel or memoir) by Jake Wood, date unknown
The speaker describes a loss of emotional depth, feeling numb and detached as a self‑protective mechanism has taken over, leaving no room for feeling or control.
In simple terms: Emotion is shut down, leaving a numb, controlled mind.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address emotional numbness.
Themes
emotional numbness
self‑protection
identity
psychological isolation
Mood
detached
reflective
Type
personal
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal crisis
- relationship breakdown
- mental health coping
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑defense
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your emotional shutdown?
- How can you safely reconnect with feeling?
A Different Perspective
Numbness may be a symptom of deeper trauma, not a permanent state.
