Psychology Quote by Stephen King
““Those were the times that his mind would turn thoughtfully and sanely to the gun or the rope or the razor blade.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Stand, 1978
His mind turns to violent tools, reflecting deep psychological turmoil and potential self‑destructive thoughts.
In simple terms: Thoughts of violence indicate inner turmoil.
Key Takeaway
Seek help before thoughts turn harmful.
Themes
psychology
violence
mental health
Mood
dark
introspective
Type
psychological
literary
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- therapy
- support groups
- stress management
Key Concepts
self‑harm
weapon fixation
despair
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers these thoughts?
- How to intervene early?
A Different Perspective
Violent thoughts can be fleeting, not fatal.
