Conscious mind Quote by Julie Kagawa
““Dreams are for mortals, humans whose emotions are so strong, so consuming, they spill over into their subconscious minds. The fey do not usually dream; our sleep is untroubled by thoughts of the past or future, or anything except the now. While humans can be tormented by feelings of guilt, longing, worry and regret, most fey do not experience these things. We are, in many ways, emptier than mortals, lacking the deeper emotions that make them so...human. Perhaps that is why they are so fascinating to us.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Iron Fey Series by Julie Kagawa, 2007
Humans are driven by intense emotions that infiltrate dreams, while fey lack such depth, making them appear more mysterious.
In simple terms: Humans dream because of strong feelings; fey are emotionally simpler.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how emotion shapes perception.
Themes
emotion
dreams
humanity
otherworldly
contrast
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing fantasy
- psychology research
- personal introspection
- creative storytelling
Key Concepts
psychology
mythology
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do emotions influence your subconscious?
- What does the lack of dreams suggest about a being?
A Different Perspective
Fey emotional simplicity may overlook the richness of human experience.
