Quote by Dakin Williams

Tennessee Williams said if he got rid of his demons, he would lose his angels.

Tennessee Williams said if he got rid of his demons, he woul

Summary

This quote by Tennessee Williams suggests that the negative aspects or struggles (demons) in his life are intertwined with the positive aspects or sources of inspiration (angels). It implies that by eliminating his demons, he believes he would also lose the motivation or experiences that fuel his creativity or drive. Therefore, it can be understood as an acknowledgment of the complex relationship between both hardships and blessings in the artist's life, indicating that they are interconnected and influence one another.

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