Slap Quote by Courtney Summers
““When he sees me, he stops. His eyes widen, his face pales. And then before i can say anything, he's holding me. And the worst part is-I want to hold him. But I also want to slap him, hit him. Punch him. Tear out his throat. I want him to tell me what he did to me was a mistake. Some horrible mix-up. . .after I'm done holding him back.””
About This Quote
The speaker is torn between desire to connect and violent impulses toward someone who has hurt them, reflecting deep emotional conflict.
In simple terms: Conflicted feelings of love and anger.
Explore and process mixed emotions health
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- breakups
- therapy sessions
- confessional writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers the urge for both intimacy and aggression?
- How can you safely express these feelings?
The intensity may be exaggerated for artistic effect.