Strong, negative emotions (fear, anger, anxiety, hopelessness) tend to narrow our minds—it’s as though our peripheral vision has been cut off because we’re so focused on the peril that’s front and center.
“If you do follow your bliss you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there all the while, waiting for you, and the life that you ought to be living is the one you are living. Follow your bliss and don't be afraid, and doors will open where you didn't know they were going to be.”
―
―
“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams.”
― Poems of Arthur O'Shaughnessy
― Poems of Arthur O'Shaughnessy
“Do you remember me telling you we are practicing non-verbal spells, Potter?"
"Yes," said Harry stiffly.
"Yes, sir."
"There's no need to call me "sir" Professor."
The words had escaped him before he knew what he was saying.”
― Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
"Yes," said Harry stiffly.
"Yes, sir."
"There's no need to call me "sir" Professor."
The words had escaped him before he knew what he was saying.”
― Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
“You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.”
―
―
“Without music, life would be a mistake.”
― Twilight of the Idols
― Twilight of the Idols
John’s 2024 Year in Books
Take a look at John’s Year in Books, including some fun facts about their reading.
More friends…
Favorite Genres
Polls voted on by John
Lists liked by John




















