The poet is one who is able to keep the fresh vision of the child alive.
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This diary is my kief, hashish and opium pipe. This is my drug and my vice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the idea that writing serves as a personal escape or addiction for the author.
Anais Nin describes her diary as a potent source of pleasure and refuge, comparing it to drugs like kief and hashish. This metaphor highlights the deep, almost intoxicating relationship she has with writing, suggesting that creating and recording her thoughts fulfills a need similar to that of a substance dependency, providing both joy and an avenue for self-exploration.
Themes
WritingDiaryEscapeAddictionSelf-Expression
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a discussion about the therapeutic benefits of journaling.
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