Disconnection Quote by Yuri Herrera
““…but then came another blow and something in him disconnected, like he’d been detached from a rock and was falling through an open pit, dark and icy, a pit with no walls and no end.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Transmigration of Bodies”, 2013
A character feels utterly detached, like falling into an endless, dark void, symbolizing profound alienation and loss of grounding.
In simple terms: He feels completely lost and isolated.
Recognize and address feelings of disconnection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- mental health
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt emotionally adrift?
- What can ground you in such moments?
The metaphor may exaggerate emotional states.