Quote by Ursula K. LeGuin

In so far as one denies what is, one is possessed by what is not, the compulsions, the fantasies, the terrors that flock to fill the void.

In so far as one denies what is, one is possessed by what is

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone denies the reality of a situation, they become consumed by illusions, desires, fears, and obsessions that seek to occupy the empty space left behind. By refusing to accept the truth, individuals open themselves up to alternate realities that lack grounding or truthfulness. In doing so, they relinquish control to the whims of their own imagination and fears, allowing these false notions to dictate their behavior and emotions. This quote is a cautionary reminder to confront reality and avoid the allure of denying what truly is.

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Rejection

By Ursula K. LeGuin

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