Drown Quote by Naoki Higashida
![“[When explaining over reactions to small mistakes] I get swallowed up in the moment, and I can't tell the right response from the wrong response. All I know is that I have to get out of the situation as soon as I can, so I don't drown. To get away, I'll do anything. Crying, screaming and throwing…” quote by Naoki Higashida](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/98f/naoki-higashida-10961_failure_when-explaining-over-reactions-to-small_1151653.jpg)
““[When explaining over reactions to small mistakes] I get swallowed up in the moment, and I can't tell the right response from the wrong response. All I know is that I have to get out of the situation as soon as I can, so I don't drown. To get away, I'll do anything. Crying, screaming and throwing things, hitting out even... Finally, finally, I'll calm down and come back to myself. Then I see no sign of the tsunami attack--only the wreckage I've made. And when I see that, I hate myself. I just hate myself.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Reason I Jump, Naoki Higashida, 2007
In crisis, impulsive reactions can worsen harm; calm reflection reveals the damage caused by panic.
In simple terms: Panic leads to harmful actions; calm reveals true impact.
Key Takeaway
Pause, breathe, and assess before reacting.
Themes
emotional regulation
self‑awareness
crisis management
mental health
behavioral control
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
self‑help
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- conflict escalation
- emotional outbursts
- stressful situations
Key Concepts
psychology
stress response
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- What techniques help you regain composure quickly?
- How can you prevent self‑destructive reactions?
A Different Perspective
Over‑analysis can delay needed action; balance is key.
