--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: And if your mind tears, do not fear that…" description: "\"“And if your mind tears, do not fear that, either. Depression takes a layer of skin off – so accept that you feel more of the world than most people. D..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b57/caitlin-moran-865_anxiety_and-if-your-mind-tears-do-not-fear-that_223011.jpg" --- # And if your mind tears, do not fear that, either… ![“And if your mind tears, do not fear that, either. Depression takes a layer of skin off – so accept that you feel more of the world than most people. Did you hear what I said? YOU FEEL MORE OF THE WORLD THAN MOST PEOPLE. That’s amazing. And anxiety works like electricity in your bones – it keeps…” quote by Caitlin Moran](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b57/caitlin-moran-865_anxiety_and-if-your-mind-tears-do-not-fear-that_223011.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b57/caitlin-moran-865_anxiety_and-if-your-mind-tears-do-not-fear-that_223011.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b57/caitlin-moran-865_anxiety_and-if-your-mind-tears-do-not-fear-that_223011.jpg) > ““And if your mind tears, do not fear that, either. Depression takes a layer of skin off – so accept that you feel more of the world than most people. Did you hear what I said? YOU FEEL MORE OF THE WORLD THAN MOST PEOPLE. That’s amazing. And anxiety works like electricity in your bones – it keeps you wakeful and driven, so use those extra hours – those extra, sleepless days – that your poisoned adrenalin body is giving you. You are living longer. You live in double time. Insist that that’s a blessing. Fake that until you make that, too. 9)”” [Caitlin Moran](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/caitlin-moran/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Depression and anxiety are reframed as heightened sensitivity and energy, urging acceptance and purposeful use of the extra intensity. **In simple terms:** Depression feels like extra sensitivity; anxiety like extra energy—use them wisely. Key Takeaway Channel heightened emotions into productive action. Themes mental health acceptance productivity Mood introspective motivational Type inspirational cautionary When to use this quote - work deadlines - creative projects - exercise routines Key Concepts neurobiology psychology self‑care Questions to Reflect On - How can you balance intensity with rest? - What healthy outlets help you harness anxiety? 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