Sister Quote by Tennessee Williams - The Glass Menagerie
““Then all at once my sister touches my shoulder. I turn around and look into her eyes …Oh, Laura, Laura, I tried to leave you behind me, but I am more faithful than I intended to be! I reach for a cigarette, I cross the street, I run into the movies or a bar, I buy a drink, I speak to the nearest stranger – anything that can blow your candles out! [LAURA bends over the candles.] – for nowadays the world is lit by lightning! Blow out your candles, Laura – and so good-bye.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Glass Menagerie, Tennessee Williams, 1944
A desperate plea to escape pain, using cigarettes, strangers, and distractions.
In simple terms: Desperation leads to reckless acts.
Key Takeaway
Find healthier coping mechanisms.
Themes
despair
escape
distraction
Mood
melancholic
intense
Type
Sister:0
Candles Laura:0
Laura Tried:0
Sister Touches:0
Lightning Blow:0
When to use this quote
- therapy
- support groups
- self-care routines
Key Concepts
psychology
addiction
Questions to Reflect On
- What healthier outlets exist?
- How to confront pain directly?
A Different Perspective
Escapism can worsen underlying issues.
