Loneliness Quote by Kevin Hearne
““He thought in silence before answering. “I don’t think loneliness is a thing that can be borne: it’s so heavy and crushing for something that is essentially emptiness. It’s like being trapped beneath a boulder, this immovable weight that presses your ribs and slowly steals your breath. And so it must simply be endured, and you do that by looking away. I hope you will not be offended if I admit that I am looking away right now. Every minute she’s out of my sight, I am looking away. But never fear—that boulder of crushing emptiness will still be there when you look back.””
About This Quote
Loneliness feels like an oppressive weight that one endures by avoidance, yet confronting it can alleviate the crushing emptiness.
In simple terms: Loneliness is heavy; avoidance is common.
Key Takeaway
Confront loneliness rather than flee.
Themes
loneliness
mental health
existential
emotions
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- journaling
- support groups
Key Concepts
emptiness
burden
avoidance
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to face loneliness?
- How does avoidance affect emotional health?
A Different Perspective
Avoidance can deepen isolation.
