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“The subject’s pulse increased on contact,” he said. “Don’t write that.” quote by Becca Fitzpatrick
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“The subject’s pulse increased on contact,” he said. “Don’t write that.”

Becca Fitzpatrick

About This Quote

Source Novel: Hush, Hush, 2009

A character notices a physiological reaction and urges omission to protect someone.

In simple terms: Pulse rises, so he wants to hide it.

Key Takeaway

Respect privacy of others.

Themes

privacy physiological response protectiveness

Mood

tense protective

Type

narrative dialogue

When to use this quote

  • intimate conversation
  • conflict
  • secret keeping

Key Concepts

emotional regulation interpersonal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why hide the reaction?
  • What are the risks of concealment?
A Different Perspective

May suppress needed honesty.

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