Existence Quote by Mary Ruefle
“In our marginal existence, what else is there but this voice within us, this great weirdness we are always leaning forward to listen to?”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: "The Book of the Dead", 2004
The poem reflects on the inner voice and strange, persistent curiosity that drives us to listen to our deeper, often odd, inner thoughts.
In simple terms: Our inner voice is strange and constantly urging us forward.
Key Takeaway
Listen to and explore your inner curiosity.
Themes
creativity
self‑reflection
existentialism
Mood
introspective
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing practice
- mindfulness meditation
- artistic inspiration
- personal growth workshops
Key Concepts
inner dialogue
the uncanny
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your inner voice tell you about your desires?
- How can you differentiate intuition from anxiety?
A Different Perspective
The inner voice can be confusing and lead to doubt if not balanced with external reality.
