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Feels Quote by David Levithan

“So I do what I always vowed not to do, and always found myself doing anyway. I throw “I miss you” into the breach. It even feels empty to me. Like I’m not saying it to the right person.” quote by David Levithan
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““So I do what I always vowed not to do, and always found myself doing anyway. I throw “I miss you” into the breach. It even feels empty to me. Like I’m not saying it to the right person.””

David Levithan

About This Quote

The speaker repeats a vow they intended to keep, yet still finds themselves acting against it, expressing emptiness when saying “I miss you” to the wrong person.

In simple terms: Contradictory actions cause emotional emptiness.

Key Takeaway

Reflect before expressing feelings to ensure sincerity.

Themes

relationships self-awareness vows communication

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • personal letters
  • text messages
  • confessional writing
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

psychology emotional intelligence conflict resolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • What vows have you broken unintentionally?
  • How do you choose the right person to share feelings with?
A Different Perspective

Vowing not to act can be difficult to maintain.

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