Life Quote by Victoria Schwab
““I want to be oblivious to the hurt written on her face. I want to be selfish and young and normal. M would be that way. She would need space to grieve. She would rebel because her parents were simply uncool, not because one was wearing a horrifying happy mask and the other was a living ghost. She’d be distant because she was preoccupied with boys or school, not because she’s tired from hunting down the Histories of the dead, or distracted by her new hotel-turned-apartment, where the walls are filled with crimes.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Vicious, Victoria Schwab, 2013
A narrator wishes to ignore another’s pain, seeking normalcy while the other is consumed by grief and supernatural burdens.
In simple terms: Wanting to stay unaware of others’ suffering while dealing with personal turmoil.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address hidden pain instead of avoiding it.
Themes
grief
normalcy
supernatural
avoidance
empathy
Mood
melancholic
reflective
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family conflict
- school dynamics
- supernatural investigations
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
psychological coping
burden of knowledge
youthful denial
Questions to Reflect On
- How does denial affect relationships?
- What steps can break cycles of avoidance?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding pain can deepen isolation and hinder genuine connection.
