Kendall Van Son

“The thoughts start gathering, butting up against the caution tape surrounding my brain, strategizing and preparing to rush in and take over.”
― Tamara Ireland Stone

“But now, everything is so quiet. Not just the pool, but my mind, too. I don't even feel the urge to swim to the beat of a song. I'm mentally spent. Out of words. Out of thoughts. It feels so good to be this empty. It's so peaceful.”
― Tamara Ireland Stone, Every Last Word

“OCD. I’m more obsessive than compulsive, so most of the ‘disorder’ part takes place in my own head. That makes it pretty easy to hide. No one knows.”
― Tamara Ireland Stone, Every Last Word

“You seem to know how to articulate your feelings and share them with other human beings. I’m afraid my gift is the exact opposite; I’m skilled at holding everything in.”
― Tamara Ireland Stone