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“But we, when we put the thorns in our breasts, we know. We understand. And still we do it. Still we do it.” quote by Colleen McCullough
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““But we, when we put the thorns in our breasts, we know. We understand. And still we do it. Still we do it.””

Colleen McCullough

About This Quote

Even when we recognize the pain we cause ourselves, we persist in harmful actions out of habit or compulsion.

In simple terms: We repeat self‑harmful actions despite awareness.

Key Takeaway

Break the cycle of self‑destruction.

Themes

psychology habit self‑destruction

Mood

somber introspective

Type

psychological literary

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • addiction recovery
  • stress coping

Key Concepts

behavioral science addiction

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we repeat painful patterns?
  • What can stop the cycle?
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