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Guilt Quote by Lesley Lokko

“Guilt, Ameline discovered, was a terrible, unruly think, like toothache - dull nagging, persistent, never far from attention. Just when you got used to its rumbling, ruminating presence, it would lash out, stike you down, stio you dead in your tracks. The worst thing was, it was entirely…” quote by Lesley Lokko
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““Guilt, Ameline discovered, was a terrible, unruly think, like toothache - dull nagging, persistent, never far from attention. Just when you got used to its rumbling, ruminating presence, it would lash out, stike you down, stio you dead in your tracks. The worst thing was, it was entirely unpredicatable.””

Lesley Lokko

About This Quote

Guilt is portrayed as an invasive, unpredictable force that can dominate thoughts and suddenly incapacitate a person.

In simple terms: Guilt is a relentless, unpredictable mental burden.

Key Takeaway

Learn strategies to manage and reduce guilt.

Themes

mental health emotion control

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

psychological emotional

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • personal journaling
  • support groups
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology stress management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your guilt?
  • How can you transform guilt into constructive action?
A Different Perspective

Guilt may be rooted in unresolved issues needing deeper work.

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