Sylvia Plath is there for me when actual living people upon who I have depended upon my whole life, are not. What I mean to say is, without her words, I'd be exponentially more messed up than I am already.
Sylvia Plath's work serves as a source of support and solace for the author Arlaina Tibensky, particularly during challenging times when real-life figures may fail to provide the needed comfort. Tibensky highlights how Plath's writings have a profound impact, offering guidance and companionship where personal relationships may fall short.
The connection to Plath’s literature offers an escape and a means of understanding one's struggles. Tibensky emphasizes that without Plath's powerful words, her own emotional turmoil would likely be worsened, underscoring the immense value of literature in navigating life's difficulties.