Quote by Maggie Nelson

Mostly I have felt myself becoming a servant of sadness. I am still looking for the beauty in that.

Mostly I have felt myself becoming a servant of sadness. I a

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's experience of feeling consumed by sadness and feeling like a servant to it. However, amidst this pain, the speaker remains hopeful, searching for the beauty hidden within their sorrow. It implies a willingness to find meaning and a glimmer of hope even within the depths of melancholy.

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By Maggie Nelson

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