Animal Quote by Susan Griffin
“Yes we are devilish; that is true we cackle. Yes we are dark like the soil and wild like the animals. And we turn to each other and stare into this darkness. We find it beautiful. We find this darkness irresistible. We cease all hiding.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Darkness and Light", 1992
The poem embraces humanity's dark, primal nature as beautiful and irresistible, urging honesty and connection.
In simple terms: Embracing our dark side can be beautiful.
Accept and explore inner darkness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artistic expression
- therapy
- relationship building
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does darkness mean to you?
- How can we transform darkness into growth?
Darkness can also lead to despair if unexamined.