Comfort Quote by Myriam Gurba
“Writing does not numb, comfort, or soothe me. It does the opposite. It tends to excite me and reinscribe pain. It doesn't function as exorcism.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unknown, attributed to Myriam Gurba
Writing intensifies pain rather than soothing it; it’s not a therapeutic release.
In simple terms: Writing amplifies pain, not soothes it.
Use writing to explore, not escape, pain.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journaling
- fiction writing
- therapeutic workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does writing change your perception of pain?
- What other outlets complement writing?
Relying solely on writing may neglect other healing methods.