Gaze Quote by Lynsay Sands
““Can’t you do something for her?” his nephew finally asked, when several moments passed and her screaming and didn’t stop. “I already have. I didn’t kill her,” Lucian said dryly, then added, “Slow down. You’re as bad as taxi drivers.” “And you’re a backseat driver,” Thomas muttered, then cursed under his breath. “Surely there are some drugs or something we could give her to settle her down?” Lucian glanced at him with interest. “Do you have any?” Thomas blinked. “No.” “Hmm.” He sat back in his seat. “Neither do I.” Thomas stared for a moment, glanced back at the woman in the back of the car, then said, “Her screaming is rather loud, don’t you think? Just a bit distracting for those of us trying to concentrate.” “Yes, it is,” Lucian agreed, and reached into his pocket for his earplugs. He popped them into his ears and closed his eyes, the shrieking in the car considerably muffled. He’d have killed the woman before the plane had landed without the earplugs. They were a blessing.””
About This Quote
Source Film: Unknown, scene from a crime drama
Two characters discuss a screaming woman, using earplugs to cope, highlighting avoidance and coping mechanisms.
In simple terms: They ignore the problem by blocking sound.
Key Takeaway
Use healthier coping strategies.
Themes
avoidance
coping
indifference
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
scene
conversational
When to use this quote
- car ride with a distressed passenger
- stress management
- empathy deficit
Key Concepts
desensitization
ethical neglect
Questions to Reflect On
- How does avoidance affect those in need?
- What better ways exist to help?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring suffering can worsen outcomes.
