From that point of view, I realized that my hole was not miles deep after all. My father, in fact, could stand on the bottom and it only reached up to his chest.Darkness, you know, is relative.

Summary

This quote implies that our difficulties and struggles may seem overwhelming and insurmountable at first, but when seen from a different perspective or with the help of others, they may not be as deep and overwhelming as we initially believed. The concept of darkness being relative suggests that our perception of challenges can vary depending on our mindset, experiences, and support systems. It reminds us to seek alternative viewpoints and support in order to gain a clearer understanding and potentially diminish the power of our perceived obstacles.

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