Bad dream Quote by Kristin Cashore
““And you?” Brigan said. “You seem to do a lot of nighttime rambling.” “I have bad dreams.” “Dreams of pretend terrors? Or things that are true?” “True,” she said, “always. I’ve always had dreams of horrible things that are true.” He was quiet. He rubbed the back of his head. “It’s hard to wake from a nightmare when the nightmare is real,” he said, his mind giving her nothing, still, of what he was feeling; but in his voice and his words she heard a thing that felt like sympathy. “Good night to you, Lady,” he said a moment later.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Graceling, 2008
A character reflects that nightmares that feel real are hard to escape, and empathy can be found even in dark moments.
In simple terms: Real nightmares are hard to wake from, but empathy helps.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and share true fears.
Themes
fear
empathy
reality
nightmares
communication
Mood
somber
reflective
intimate
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- late night conversations
- support groups
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
human connection
trauma processing
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to share a nightmare?
- How can empathy transform fear?
A Different Perspective
Sympathy may not fully alleviate the pain of true nightmares.
