Knowing Quote by Maureen Johnson
“I sleep better knowing that a naked cork-eater is not sneaking around at night, stealing my underwear.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Girl Who Lived” by Maureen Johnson, 2020
A humorous exaggeration of fear, suggesting that absurd worries are baseless.
In simple terms: Funny fear of ridiculous things.
Laugh at irrational anxieties.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- everyday stress
- nighttime worries
- self‑talk
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What irrational fear can you mock?
- How does humor change your stress?
Humor may not soothe serious anxiety.