Emptiness Quote by Kerry Cohen
““I’ve been grasping at nothing, running in circles, trying desperately to fill the emptiness inside with nothing but air. If I think about it too much, I feel shame, so much shame. So I don’t.””
About This Quote
Source Song: “I’ve Been Grasping at Nothing” by Kerry Cohen, 2022
Feeling empty leads to futile attempts to fill it, creating shame when over‑thinking.
In simple terms: Empty feelings cause futile actions and shame.
Recognize emptiness without shame.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative work
- mental health coping
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emptiness are you trying to fill?
- How can you observe it without judgment?
Shame can prevent honest self‑examination.