"As I clean out the dead butterflies of Valentina's heartbreak, I recall the first time I heard the myth. I never thought it was real—butterflies that live in the stomach and flap their wings when a person feels emotions such as love, fear, or anticipation—butterflies that you can lose if you're not careful even bleed them out. Nonsense"
"Ultimately: violence is what is necessary to kill what has corrupted you, what has lessened you, what refused to defend you when you were abused, what refused to protect you when you needed it. Violence is necessary to eradicate harmful beliefs that have laced into our existences and familial patterns of behavior. Much of the sickness of the world isn’t directly our fault, but it is causing many of us to die." -P.A. Williams
"For her, reading was directly linked to pleasure, not to knowledge or enigmas or constructions or verbal labyrinths..." - Roberto Bolaño #literaryquotes #readmorebooks #ilovetoread https://www.instagram.com/p/CkmY6jmJ55P/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
From Horror to Hope: Inspirational Stephen King Quotes
Step into the mind of Stephen King with this collection of quotes that reveal his thoughts on writing, fear, creativity, and the human experience. Whether you're a writer, a fan, or someone seeking inspiration, these quotes will provide valuable insights and a deeper connection to King's work
Die Tore der Hölle stehen Tag und Nacht offen;
Sanft ist der Abstieg, und leicht ist der Weg:
Doch zurückzukehren und den heiteren Himmel zu erblicken,
Darin liegt die Aufgabe und die gewaltige Mühe.
-- Virgil, Aeneis
The gates of hell are open night and day;
Smooth the descent, and easy is the way:
But to return, and view the cheerful skies,
In this the task and mighty labor lies.
-- Virgil, Aeneid (trans. Dryden)
Maya Angelou once shared a powerful insight that resonates deeply within the hearts of many. She highlighted the profound pain that comes from keeping our stories, our truths, untold. Each of us carries a unique narrative, filled with dreams, struggles, triumphs, and lessons. Yet, the fear of judgment, misunderstanding, or vulnerability often silences our voices. But imagine the liberation, the sheer relief of setting your story free. Imagine the bonds that could be forged, the understanding and empathy that could spread like wildfire. Your story has the power to inspire, to heal, to change perspectives, and perhaps even the world. Let's not let fear hold us back. The stories we carry are not just for us but for everyone who finds a piece of themselves in our words. Let's embrace the courage to share, to be seen, to be heard. Because in sharing our stories, we find our freedom.