It was odd to look for forgiveness and acceptance in my own head at first, but now I understood — it was the only place to look.

Orson De Witt
About This Quote

He is referring to how he had to look inwards for acceptance and forgiveness, because no one else would accept him. Even though this quote speaks of forgiveness, it can also be used to describe redemption.

Source: Earth Wont Miss You

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