Feeling Quote by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
““Sometimes, you do things and you do them not because you're thinking but because you are feeling. Because you're feeling too much. And you can't always control the things you do when you're feeling too much.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Distance Between Us, Benjamin Alire Sáenz, 2015
Actions often stem from intense feelings rather than rational thought, and overwhelming emotions can diminish self‑control over behavior.
In simple terms: Feelings drive actions, sometimes uncontrollably.
Recognize emotional influence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- self‑help
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance feeling and reason?
- What strategies improve emotional regulation?
May generalize emotional experiences.