Quote by John Green

It's hard as hell to hold onto your dignity when the risen sun is too bright in your losing eyes, and that's what I was thinking about as we hunted for bad guys through the ruins of a city that didn't exist.

It's hard as hell to hold onto your dignity when the risen s

Summary

This quote reflects the difficulty of maintaining one's sense of dignity in the face of defeat and adversity. The metaphorical "risen sun" represents the overwhelming and painful truth of a loss or failure. The speaker describes their struggle to sustain their dignity while searching for "bad guys" in an imaginary city, implying the futility of their efforts. Despite the bleak circumstances, the quote highlights the importance of resisting the urge to let go of one's self-worth and honor even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges.

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