“We are all our own graveyards. I believe that.”
What this quote means
This quote by Clive Barker evokes the way we carry within us our memories, griefs, and past experiences. We are our own graveyards because we bury parts of ourselves: abandoned dreams, ended relationships, versions of us we've left behind. Far from being morbid, this image invites us to acknowledge these layers of our history to move forward better.
How to apply it daily
Write a letter to a past version of yourself, acknowledging what you've left behind and saying goodbye.
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