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Arteries Quote by Allan Gurganus

“Once you harden, the arteries do.” quote by Allan Gurganus
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““Once you harden, the arteries do.””

Allan Gurganus

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Lost Boys” by Allan Gurganus, 1992

Hardening emotionally leads to physical consequences like arterial damage.

In simple terms: Emotional hardening harms the body.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate emotional openness.

Themes

health emotions physiology

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

health psychology

When to use this quote

  • high‑stress jobs
  • conflict resolution
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

stress psychosomatic cardiovascular health

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does emotional strain affect your health?
  • What practices soften emotional hardening?
A Different Perspective

Physical health can be affected by emotional states.

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