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“I don't know a lot about the human body, but I would be willing to bet there's a nerve that runs directly from the palm of the hand, straight to the heart.” quote by Colleen Hoover
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““I don't know a lot about the human body, but I would be willing to bet there's a nerve that runs directly from the palm of the hand, straight to the heart.””

Colleen Hoover

About This Quote

Source Novel: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover, 2016

The quote metaphorically suggests that touch can instantly affect emotions, linking physical contact to deep feeling.

In simple terms: Touch can instantly affect the heart.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the emotional power of a simple touch.

Themes

connection emotion intimacy

Mood

warm reflective

Type

literary romantic

When to use this quote

  • romantic gestures
  • comforting a friend
  • healing touch
  • parental affection

Key Concepts

psychology physiology metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does a simple touch change your mood?
  • When have you felt a hand on your heart?
A Different Perspective

Physical touch may not always convey the intended emotion; cultural differences affect interpretation.

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