Clarissa Quote by Judith Kinghorn
““A scream so loud it shattered and splintered into a dreadful chorus that rattled and shook my brain and bones and cells and soul. I grabbed the telegram from Mama’s hand, threw it on the fire, ran out of the room into the hallway, and then outside into the square, and I continued running, zigzagging down streets, through mews, and on and on, as though I could escape from that moment; escape my brother’s death and run back through time.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Telegram” in The Edge of Grief, 2019
Describes an intense, chaotic reaction to trauma and the urge to flee from pain
In simple terms: Running away from grief
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge pain, seek support, process emotions
Themes
trauma
grief
escape
chaos
Mood
distressed
urgent
Type
emotional
dramatic
When to use this quote
- sudden loss
- family crisis
- mental health crisis
Key Concepts
Psychological coping
memory
time perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What does running symbolize for you?
- How can you confront rather than flee?
A Different Perspective
Running may not heal underlying grief
