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“He held Saraid the rest of the way home, and in a way she held him right back, because sometimes and especially for a man, being able to be someone’s big strong shoulder to cry on helps you not need to cry so very much yourself.” quote by Laurell K. Hamilton
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““He held Saraid the rest of the way home, and in a way she held him right back, because sometimes and especially for a man, being able to be someone’s big strong shoulder to cry on helps you not need to cry so very much yourself.””

Laurell K. Hamilton

About This Quote

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

Mutual support in relationships lets both partners share strength, reducing each other's need to cry.

In simple terms: Supporting each other eases personal sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Be a strong, for others.

Themes

relationships empathy support

Mood

compassionate thoughtful

Type

advice emotional

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • romantic partnership
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

psychology interdependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you offer support without losing yourself?
  • When does support become a burden?
A Different Perspective

Support can become codependent if not balanced.

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