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Abhorrence Quote by William Godwin

“My mind was bursting with depression and anguish. I muttered imprecations and murmuring as I passed along. I was full of loathing and abhorrence of life, and all that life carries in its train.” quote by William Godwin
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“My mind was bursting with depression and anguish. I muttered imprecations and murmuring as I passed along. I was full of loathing and abhorrence of life, and all that life carries in its train.”

William Godwin

About This Quote

Source Novel: Caleb Williams, 1794

The narrator feels overwhelming despair and hatred toward life and its burdens.

In simple terms: Deep depression and loathing.

Key Takeaway

Seek help and self‑compassion.

Themes

mental health despair existential crisis

Mood

somber introspective

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • support groups
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

nihilism psychology emotional turmoil

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers this despair?
  • Can meaning be found despite suffering?
A Different Perspective

Depression may be rooted in external circumstances, not just internal.

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