Quote by Sylvia Plath

Is there no way out of the mind?

Is there no way out of the mind?

Summary

This quote poses the existential question of whether or not there is an escape from the confines of one's own mind. It reflects the pondering and contemplation of seeking liberation from the intricate and often overwhelming workings of our thoughts and consciousness. It suggests a longing for a sense of freedom or release from the internal realm of thoughts, emotions, and perceptions, emphasizing the possibility of being trapped within one's mind with no apparent exit.

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Mind

By Sylvia Plath

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