Fallen angel Quote by John Ling
““Nothing fixes a thing so intensely in the memory as the wish to forget it. —Michel de Montaigne John Ling. Fallen Angel (Kindle Locations 31-32). Kia Kaha Press.””
About This Quote
Source Book: John Ling, Fallen Angel, Kia Kaha Press, Kindle Locations 31‑32
Intense desire to forget a memory makes it more vivid and persistent in the mind.
In simple terms: Wanting to erase something strengthens its recall.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge painful memories instead of trying to erase them.
Themes
memory
forgetting
psychology
pain
acceptance
Mood
reflective
somber
introspective
Type
advice
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- trauma therapy
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
emotional processing
rumination
Questions to Reflect On
- How does trying to forget affect your emotional health?
- What alternative coping mechanisms could reduce intrusive memories?
A Different Perspective
The strategy of suppression can backfire, leading to obsessive thinking.
