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Feelings and emotions Quote by Alice MIller, The Drama of the gifted child

“The patient is surprised by feelings she would rather not have recognized, but now it is too late: Awareness of her own impulses has already been aroused and there is no going back.” quote by Alice MIller, The Drama of the gifted child
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““The patient is surprised by feelings she would rather not have recognized, but now it is too late: Awareness of her own impulses has already been aroused and there is no going back.””

Alice MIller, The Drama of the gifted child

About This Quote

Source Book: The Drama of the Gifted Child, 1979

Unrecognized feelings surface too late, making it impossible to revert once awareness has been triggered.

In simple terms: Late awareness of hidden impulses is irreversible.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge feelings early to avoid entrapment.

Themes

psychology self‑awareness trauma

Mood

somber insightful

Type

psychological educational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • self‑reflection
  • educational programs

Key Concepts

repressed emotions personal growth early intervention

Questions to Reflect On

  • What feelings have you ignored?
  • How can early awareness change outcomes?
A Different Perspective

Denial can delay necessary insight.

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