The thought, when written down, becomes less oppressive, but some thoughts are like a cancerous tumor: you express is, you excise it, and it grows back worse than before.
The quote from Vladimir Nabokov's "Invitation to a Beheading" reflects the complex relationship between thoughts and expression. Writing down thoughts can provide relief, making them feel less burdensome. However, this process can be deceptive, as some thoughts may re-emerge more intensely after being expressed, similar to a tumor that regrows. This illustrates the struggle individuals face when dealing with troubling thoughts, where articulating them doesn’t necessarily lead to resolution.
Nabokov’s metaphor...
