Quote by Eugene O'Neill

Why am I afraid to live, I who love life and the beauty of flesh and the living colors of earth and sky and sea? Why am I afraid of love, I who love love? Why must I hide myself in self-contempt in order to understand? Why was I born without a skin, O God, that I must wear armor in order to touch or to be touched?

Why am I afraid to live, I who love life and the beauty of f

Summary

This quote encapsulates the internal conflict of someone who deeply appreciates life's beauty and love, yet experiences fear and insecurity. The individual questions why they feel hesitant to fully embrace life and love, wanting to understand why they must hide behind self-contempt. The reference to being born without a skin symbolizes vulnerability, suggesting that the person feels the need to protect themselves through emotional armor from the potential pain and rejection that accompanies being open and vulnerable.

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