In her work "The Diary of Anaïs Nin Volume 1 1931-1934," the author reflects on a profound shift in her feelings towards someone she once idolized. She describes a moment when this person’s attitude rendered her speechless and transformed her perception entirely.
From that moment on, she expresses a sense of liberation, stating that it would not matter to her if he were to die, as he no longer held any power to hurt her. This revelation indicates a significant change in her emotional state, emphasizing her newfound strength and independence from the influence of this individual.