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End of the world Quote by Nayyirah Waheed

“If someone does not want me it is not the end of the world. But if I do not want me, the world is nothing but endings.” quote by Nayyirah Waheed
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““If someone does not want me it is not the end of the world. But if I do not want me, the world is nothing but endings.””

Nayyirah Waheed

About This Quote

Source Poetry Collection: Nayyirah Waheed, 2020

Accepting that others may not want you is okay, but self‑rejection leads to existential emptiness.

In simple terms: Self‑rejection feels like the world ends.

Key Takeaway

Value yourself, avoid self‑denial.

Themes

self‑worth acceptance existential rejection loneliness

Mood

thoughtful reflective somber

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationship breakups
  • career setbacks
  • personal crises

Key Concepts

identity self‑love meaninglessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you ever deny your own worth?
  • How does external rejection differ from internal?
A Different Perspective

Self‑rejection can be a self‑fulfilling prophecy.

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