In "The Stone Gods," Jeanette Winterson explores the complex interplay between emotions and their expression. Humans frequently find themselves in a situation where they express feelings that do not truly resonate within them. This discrepancy highlights the often performative nature of emotional display.

Additionally, the book suggests that individuals may experience profound emotions internally but choose not to show them outwardly. This duality reveals the intricate layers of human emotional experience, emphasizing that what is felt internally can differ vastly from what is presented to the outside world.