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I regarded him gently over my own bowl of stew. He was…

“I regarded him gently over my own bowl of stew. He was very large, solid, and beautifully formed. And if he was a bit battered by circumstance, that merely added to his charm. "You're a very hard person to kill, I think," I said. "That's a great comfort to me.” quote by Diana Gabaldon
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““I regarded him gently over my own bowl of stew. He was very large, solid, and beautifully formed. And if he was a bit battered by circumstance, that merely added to his charm. "You're a very hard person to kill, I think," I said. "That's a great comfort to me.””

Diana Gabaldon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Seeing a tough person’s flaws makes them more relatable and comforting.

In simple terms: Understanding imperfections creates connection.

Key Takeaway

Accept others’ flaws as part of their charm.

Themes

acceptance humanity comfort

Mood

thoughtful warm

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • romantic relationships
  • team dynamics

Key Concepts

vulnerability compassion character depth

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why does seeing flaws comfort us?
  • How do we balance empathy with boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Over‑identifying with flaws can excuse harmful behavior.

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