Bases Quote by Malcolm Lowry
“To say nothing of what you lose, lose, lose, are losing, man. You fool, you stupid fool ... You've even been insulated from the responsibility of genuine suffering ... Even the suffering you do endure is largely unnecessary. Actually spurious. It lacks the very basis you require of it for its tragic nature. You deceive yourself.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Under the Volcano, 1947
Self‑deception masks the true source of suffering, turning genuine pain into a fabricated, unnecessary experience.
In simple terms: We lie to ourselves about why we suffer.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront authentic pain.
Themes
psychology
existentialism
self‑deception
pain
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
authenticity
illusion
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- What suffering have you dismissed as unnecessary?
- How does self‑deception affect your choices?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring real suffering can perpetuate false narratives and hinder healing.
