Courage Quote by Bruce Coville
““I don’t want Tiamat to go back,” said Jeremy sullenly. “I want her to stay here with me.” Miss Priest laughed. It was not a horrible laugh at all. “What a terrible idea!” she said. “Why do you want her to stay?” Because I love her. I don’t want to lose her.” Miss Priest reached out and took his chin in her hand. She looked into his eyes. “You silly boy,” she said. “Nothing you love is lost. Not really. Things, people—they always go away, sooner or later. You can’t hold them, any more than you can hold moonlight. But if they’ve touched you, if they’re inside you, then they’re still yours. The only things you ever really have are the ones you hold inside your heart.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher by Bruce Coville, 1991
Love endures beyond physical loss; cherished connections remain within the heart even when separated.
In simple terms: Love lives inside you even after loss.
Key Takeaway
Hold loved ones in your heart.
Themes
love
loss
memory
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- bereavement counseling
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
attachment theory
psychology of grief
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep love present after loss?
- What practices help transform grief into lasting inner strength?
A Different Perspective
Physical absence can cause deep pain; internalizing loss may hinder healing.
