“Men need a higher power, or they will become their own. Whether that higher power is group consciousness, the spirit of the revolution, or devotion to one or more gods—there has to be a system of meaning that exists beyond their own egos. Greatness is derived from connection. A man’s unchecked ego breeds alienation, profound spiritual loneliness, and insecurity. And instead of self-betterment, those lost souls will falsely believe that conquering, dominating, and stealing others’ light is the only way to fill the bottomless voids they themselves created.”
― Claimed by Fangs and Darkness
― Claimed by Fangs and Darkness
“I shouldn’t use honesty as an excuse to be an asshole.”
― The Wolf & the Wildflower
― The Wolf & the Wildflower
“Kylo whispered, stroking my hair. “My love is not contingent upon your behavior. You don’t have to perform for my love. You don’t have to beg for it. Or even ask very politely. I love you for existing. I love you for being you.”
― Marked by Masks and Secrets
― Marked by Masks and Secrets
“It is so much easier to drag another person down than to put in the effort to improve oneself.”
― The Forbidden Fae King
― The Forbidden Fae King
“Open your eyes and you will see who to trust.” She held out a wilted red rose. “Open your mind to the possibilities of the gifts you possess. Open your ears and you will hear those who speak. Only then can you fulfill your destiny. And remember, pressure makes diamonds…but you already knew that, didn’t you?”
― Inked in Ashes
― Inked in Ashes
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