Cried Quote by Cynthia Kadohata
““I was worried that her spirit was watching me every time I cried. I was worried that if she saw me crying, she would be very unhappy and maybe she wouldn't be able to leave the earth the way she was supposed to. So even though I wanted her to keep watching me, I wished she would forget about me and never see my crying and never worry about me anymore, even if that meant I was now alone.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Year of the Book, Cynthia Kadohata, 2012
A child fears that a departed loved one's spirit watches their sorrow, wishing the spirit could be free of their pain, even if it leaves them alone.
In simple terms: Fear of being a burden to a departed loved one;
Key Takeaway
Accept that grief is personal and not a burden to the departed.
Themes
grief
family
spirituality
loneliness
Mood
sad
reflective
introspective
Type
emotional
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- mourning a personal reflection
- seeking emotional independence
- coping with loss
Key Concepts
attachment
guilt
release
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor a loved one's memory without feeling responsible for their happiness?
- What does it mean to let go of the need for spiritual oversight?
A Different Perspective
The desire to protect a spirit may prevent authentic emotional expression.
