Edward-hyde Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
““I rushed to the mirror. At the sight that met my eyes, my blood was changed to something thin and icy. Yes, I had gone to bed Henry Jekyll, I had awakened Edward Hyde. How was this to be explained? I asked myself; and then, with another bound of terror - how was it to be remedied?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, 1886
The narrator confronts his split self, realizing his inner darkness has taken over, causing fear and confusion.
In simple terms: Seeing one's dark side can be shocking.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and confront inner conflict.
Themes
identity
duality
fear
self‑awareness
Mood
anxious
introspective
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- self‑reflection
- mental health
- nightmare scenario
Key Concepts
psychology
duality
transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when a hidden side emerges?
- What steps can you take to integrate conflicting parts of yourself?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex mental health issues.
