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Amor Quote by Justine Larbalestier

“Pedacinho por pedacinho, desliguei-a. Vi luzes se apagando uma após a outra. Observei o espaço Cansino retroceder. Primeiro sumiram as galáxias, logo em seguida as estrelas, e então: trevas, somente o fundo das minhas pálpebras.” quote by Justine Larbalestier
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““Pedacinho por pedacinho, desliguei-a. Vi luzes se apagando uma após a outra. Observei o espaço Cansino retroceder. Primeiro sumiram as galáxias, logo em seguida as estrelas, e então: trevas, somente o fundo das minhas pálpebras.””

Justine Larbalestier

About This Quote

Source Short story: “Pedacinho por pedacinho” (Portuguese excerpt), 2014

Gradual loss of light leads to darkness, symbolizing a slow mental or emotional shutdown.

In simple terms: Loss of light becomes total darkness.

Key Takeaway

Recognize early signs of decline.

Themes

loss darkness perception mental health gradual change

Mood

somber introspective poetic

Type

metaphorical descriptive

When to use this quote

  • nighttime
  • mental fatigue
  • depression
  • sensory deprivation

Key Concepts

sensory decline psychological erosion mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lights can you keep on?
  • How do you notice subtle changes?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may oversimplify complex mental health issues.

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