Accept Quote by Augusten Burroughs
“Some damage is too severe, some harm endures. And what you have to do is accept it. And by accept it I mean, don’t be the paralyzed person in the bed who is waiting to walk again. Realize, it’s never gonna happen. And find some other way to get around –swing from a vine, get a Mad Max wheelchair. Anything but…wait.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Running with Scissors, 2002
Accepting irreversible damage means finding alternative paths instead of waiting for impossible recovery.
In simple terms: Accept loss, seek new ways.
Key Takeaway
Adapt and move forward.
Themes
resilience
acceptance
creativity
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- chronic illness
- career setback
- relationship loss
- physical disability
Key Concepts
psychology
problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- What new method could you try now?
- How can you balance acceptance with hope?
A Different Perspective
Accepting may lead to stagnation if not paired with realistic expectations.
