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Los cigarros no te matan si no los enciendes, y nunca he…

“Los cigarros no te matan si no los enciendes, y nunca he encendido uno. Mira, es una metáfora: colocas el arma asesina entre tus dientes, pero no le concedes el poder de matarte.” quote by John Green
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““Los cigarros no te matan si no los enciendes, y nunca he encendido uno. Mira, es una metáfora: colocas el arma asesina entre tus dientes, pero no le concedes el poder de matarte.””

John Green

About This Quote

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

The metaphor warns that a harmful object only causes damage if one allows it power, emphasizing personal agency over external threats.

In simple terms: You control the power of harmful things.

Key Takeaway

Choose not to empower danger.

Themes

self‑control metaphor agency

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • addiction avoidance
  • stress management
  • relationship boundaries
  • health decisions

Key Concepts

psychology personal responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What 'wears' do you let influence you?
  • How can you reclaim power over them?
A Different Perspective

External forces can still impact despite denial.

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