Break Quote by Cassandra Clare
“Jem’s eyes had widened, and then he’d laughed, a soft laugh. “Did you think I did not know you had a secret?” he’d said. “Did you think I walked into my friendship with you with my eyes shut? I did not know the nature of the burden you carried. But I knew there was a burden.” He’d stood up. “I knew you thought yourself poison to all those around you,” he’d added. “I knew you thought there to be some corruptive force about you that would break me. I meant to show you that I would not break, that love was not so fragile. Did I do that?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Clockwork Angel, The Mortal Instruments series, 2007
A character confronts another, revealing empathy and understanding of hidden struggles, emphasizing love’s resilience against self‑doubt.
In simple terms: Understanding hidden pain strengthens love.
Key Takeaway
Show empathy and stay resilient.
Themes
empathy
love
self‑doubt
resilience
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
conversational
When to use this quote
- friendship conflict
- confession
- supportive dialogue
Key Concepts
burden
identity
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize unseen burdens?
- What does it mean to love without breaking?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal boundaries while trying to help.
