At-the-will-of-the-body-pg-11 Quote by Arthur W. Frank
““The demand being made of me was to treat the breakdown as if fear and frustration were not a part of it, to act as if my life, the whole life, has not changed.””
About This Quote
It urges ignoring emotional turmoil during a crisis, pretending nothing has shifted, which undermines authentic coping.
In simple terms: Denial of emotional impact.
Key Takeaway
Suppressing feelings hinders healing.
Themes
denial
emotional suppression
crisis coping
authenticity
psychological health
Mood
frustrated
anxious
reflective
Type
advice
observation
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- career setback
- health diagnosis
- relationship breakdown
Key Concepts
emotional awareness
self-deception
resilience
Practical Applications
- therapy counseling
- self‑help writing
Questions to Reflect On
- How does denial affect long‑term recovery?
- What strategies allow honest acknowledgment of fear?
A Different Perspective
Pretending emotions are absent can prolong distress and prevent necessary processing.
