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Embarrassed Quote by Ann Brashares

“Maybe they would look at each other and feel some odd yearning, but neither of them would know why. They would want to stop, but they would be embarrassed, and neither would know what to say. They would go their separate ways. Who knew? Maybe that happened every day to people who'd once loved each…” quote by Ann Brashares
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“Maybe they would look at each other and feel some odd yearning, but neither of them would know why. They would want to stop, but they would be embarrassed, and neither would know what to say. They would go their separate ways. Who knew? Maybe that happened every day to people who'd once loved each other.”

Ann Brashares

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2001) – narrative voice

Two people feel an inexplicable attraction but lack the words to act, leading to missed connections.

In simple terms: Unspoken feelings can keep people apart.

Key Takeaway

Communicate feelings before they fade.

Themes

love communication missed opportunities

Mood

nostalgic thoughtful

Type

romantic psychological

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • workplace interactions

Key Concepts

emotional intelligence social anxiety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What holds you back from expressing desire?
  • How can you create safe spaces for honesty?
A Different Perspective

People often let fear dictate silence.

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