Cease Quote by Wilfred Owen
“And some cease feeling Even themselves or for themselves. Dullness best solves The tease and doubt of shelling”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Anthem for Doomed Youth", 1917
He describes a numbness where individuals lose self-awareness, and dullness eases existential teasing.
In simple terms: People can feel numb and lose self.
Key Takeaway
Beware emotional numbness.
Themes
existential dread
self-awareness
mental fatigue
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- creative writing
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
philosophy of self
psychology of apathy
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your numbness?
- How can you re-engage with self?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize suffering.
