Good thing Quote by Neil Gaiman
““The best thing...perhaps the only good thing--about being in prison was a feeling of relief. The feeling that he'd plunged as low as he could plunge and he's hit bottom. He didn't worry that the man was going to get him, because the man had got him. He was no longer scared of what tomorrow might bring, because yesterday had brought it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, 2008
When one reaches rock lowest point, fear of the future can disappear because the worst has already happened.
In simple terms: Bottoming out removes fear of what comes next.
Key Takeaway
Embrace rock moments as a chance to reset.
Themes
resilience
fear
acceptance
growth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
somber
Type
literary
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prison life
- personal crisis
- rehabilitation
- mental health
- recovery
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
hope
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “hitting bottom” mean for you?
- How can you use that feeling to move forward?
A Different Perspective
Even at rock, lingering trauma can hinder true peace.
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