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War is a cold, selfish bitch, Kendall. It changes you. It…

“War is a cold, selfish bitch, Kendall. It changes you. It makes you hard, and it makes you hurt, yet somehow, we keep going back for more.” “Because we’re soldiers,” quote by Kate McCarthy
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““War is a cold, selfish bitch, Kendall. It changes you. It makes you hard, and it makes you hurt, yet somehow, we keep going back for more.” “Because we’re soldiers,””

Kate McCarthy

About This Quote

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

War hardens people, causing pain yet creating a compulsive return despite its cruelty.

In simple terms: War makes you hard and hurt, yet addictive.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the cycle of trauma.

Themes

war psychology addiction

Mood

grim reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • veteran reintegration
  • mental health counseling
  • conflict zones

Key Concepts

trauma combat stress resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people stay in harmful cycles?
  • How can one break the allure of conflict?
A Different Perspective

Addiction to war can be self‑destructive.

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