Big eyes Quote by Will Eno
““When did your childhood end? How badly did you get hurt, when you did, when you were this little wee little hurtable thing, nothing but big eyes, a heart, a few hundred words? Isn’t it wonderful how we never recover? Injuries and wounds, ladies and gents. Slights and abuses, oh, what a paradise. Living in fear, suiting the hurt to our need. What a happy life. What a good game. Who can stand the most, the most life, and still smile, still grin into the coming night and say more, more, encore, encore, you fuckers, you fates, just give me more of the bloody bloody same.””
About This Quote
Source Spoken Word Performance, 2015, Will Eno at The Poetry Slam, New York
The poem explores childhood trauma, the paradox of pain and resilience, and the relentless desire for more experiences despite suffering.
In simple terms: Childhood pain shapes us, yet we keep seeking more life.
Key Takeaway
Recognize pain, but choose growth over endless suffering.
Themes
trauma
resilience
existentialism
Mood
somber
intense
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- mental health therapy
- creative writing
- support groups
- education
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
artistic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance yearning for more with need for healing?
- What does “more” truly mean to you?
A Different Perspective
The relentless pursuit of more may ignore healing and lead to burnout.
