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Feelings Quote by Bernie Siegel

“We destroy ourselves when we stop feeling. If you bury your feelings within you, you become a graveyard.” quote by Bernie Siegel
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“We destroy ourselves when we stop feeling. If you bury your feelings within you, you become a graveyard.”

Bernie Siegel

About This Quote

Source Book: Love, Medicine and Miracles, 1999

Suppressing emotions leads to internal decay; feeling is essential for mental health.

In simple terms: Bottling feelings harms you.

Key Takeaway

Allow yourself to feel.

Themes

psychology well‑being emotions

Mood

introspective empathetic

Type

therapeutic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • personal reflection
  • stress management

Key Concepts

self‑awareness mental health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions are you avoiding?
  • How can you express them safely?
A Different Perspective

Some argue repression can be protective.

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