Candles burning Quote by Nic Sheff
““It's like there are seven candles lit in my stomach. One, two, three, four, five, six, seven. Seven candles burning and smoking - lit - seven flames of doubt, fear, sorrow, pain, waste, hopelessness, despair. They turn my insides black with soot and ash. ””
About This Quote
Source Memoir: Tweak, Nic Sheff, 2015
Inner doubts and fears manifest as burning candles, each representing a negative emotion that darkens the mind.
In simple terms: Negative feelings are like burning candles inside.
Key Takeaway
Identify and extinguish harmful thoughts.
Themes
mental health
doubt
fear
despair
selfawareness
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- creative writing
- personal journaling
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- Which candle can you turn into a source of light?
- How does acknowledging fear change its power?
A Different Perspective
Some candles may be necessary for growth.
