Buried Quote by Dwight E. Abbott
““Had I forgotten how to cry? Was that possible? In order to survive, I had long since buried my emotions.””
About This Quote
The speaker has suppressed emotions to survive, questioning whether they can still feel.
In simple terms: Emotions buried for survival.
Allow yourself to feel again.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- therapy
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions have you hidden?
- How can you safely reconnect with feeling?
Emotions may be essential for mental health.