Dreams Quote by Joseph Conrad
““There were moments when one's past came back to one, as it will sometimes when you have not a moment to spare to yourself; but it came in the shape of an unrestful and noisy dream, remembered with wonder amongst the overwhelming realities of this strange world of plants, and water, and silence. And this stillness of life did not in the least resemble a peace. It was the stillness of an implacable force brooding over an inscrutable intention. It looked at you with a vengeful aspect.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Nostromo, Joseph Conrad, 1904
The quote describes how past memories can intrude as unsettling dreams, creating a feeling of oppressive stillness rather than peace, suggesting a relentless, unknowable force watching us.
In simple terms: Memories can become unsettling dreams that feel oppressive.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront lingering past influences.
Themes
memory
dreams
inner conflict
existential dread
Mood
reflective
somber
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
existential
When to use this quote
- nighttime reflection
- creative writing
- therapy sessions
- philosophical discussions
Key Concepts
psychology
nostalgia
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What unresolved memories shape your present?
- How can you transform oppressive stillness into purposeful action?
A Different Perspective
The stillness may also bring moments of clarity and insight.
