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“The price we paid for the volumes of ourselves that we suffocated in the dark.” quote by Nicole Krauss
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“The price we paid for the volumes of ourselves that we suffocated in the dark.”

Nicole Krauss

About This Quote

Source Novel: The History of Love, 2005

The quote reflects on the personal cost of suppressing one's true self, leading to a feeling of suffocation.

In simple terms: Hiding oneself is painful and costly.

Key Takeaway

Embrace authenticity.

Themes

identity self‑acceptance psychology

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • creative work
  • therapy sessions
  • career choices

Key Concepts

Existentialism self‑realization emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What parts of yourself are you hiding?
  • How does authenticity affect your wellbeing?
A Different Perspective

Self‑expression may bring conflict with expectations.

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