Abyss Quote by John Connolly
“There are people whose eyes you must avoid, whose attention you must not draw to yourself. They are strange, parasitic creatures, lost souls seeking to stretch across the abyss and make fatal contact with the warm, constant flow of humanity. They live in pain, and exist only to visit that pain on others. A random glance, the momentary lingering of a look, is enough to give them the excuse that they seek. Sometimes, it is better to keep your eyes on the gutter for the fear that, by looking up, you might catch a glimpse of them, black shapes against the sun, and be blinded forever.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Lost Things, John Connolly, 2006
Beware individuals who feed off others' suffering; they thrive on attention and can corrupt your well‑being.
In simple terms: Avoid those who feed on pain.
Key Takeaway
Guard your focus, protect your peace.
Themes
trust
manipulation
psychological harm
boundaries
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
warning
psychological.
When to use this quote
- workplace gossip
- toxic friendships
- online harassment
- family drama
Key Concepts
parasitic relationships
emotional contagion
shadow self
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when attention fuels harm?
- What boundaries keep you safe?
A Different Perspective
Such people may also be victims themselves, making simple difficult.
