Sleep Quote by Rosamond Lehmann
““Another five minutes, thought Olivia, and shut her eyes. Not to fall asleep again; but to go back as it were and do the thing gradually---detach oneself softly, float up serenely from the clinging delectable fringes. Oh, heavenly sleep! Why must one cast it from one, all unprepared, unwilling? Caught out again by Kate in the very act! You're not trying , you could wake up if you wanted to: that was their attitude. And regularly one began the day convicted of inferiority, of a sluggish voluptuous nature, seriously lacking in will-power.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Weather in the Streets", 1936
A character struggles with sleep, willpower, and feelings of inferiority, reflecting inner conflict.
In simple terms: Sleep and self‑doubt intertwine, hindering action.
Key Takeaway
Address inner doubts.
Themes
psychology
self‑esteem
willpower
sleep
inner conflict
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- mindfulness practice
- sleep hygiene
- goal setting
Key Concepts
mental health
self‑compassion
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner belief holds you back?
- How can you strengthen willpower gently?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex mental health issues.
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