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Broken Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert

“Every woman deserves a man that can make her heart forget that it was ever broken. Even if these have been broken to pieces to me,this represents a person who gave me a complete,flawless heart. I don't need someone who makes my heart whole. Instead, I need someone who will never let me feel…” quote by Elizabeth Gilbert
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“Every woman deserves a man that can make her heart forget that it was ever broken. Even if these have been broken to pieces to me,this represents a person who gave me a complete,flawless heart. I don't need someone who makes my heart whole. Instead, I need someone who will never let me feel broken. This is a good sign, having a broken heart. It means we have tried for something.”

Elizabeth Gilbert

About This Quote

Source Book: Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert, 2006

A healthy relationship should protect you from feeling broken rather than trying to fix a damaged heart.

In simple terms: Seek love that prevents pain, not just heals it.

Key Takeaway

Choose partners who keep you whole.

Themes

love relationships healing

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • long‑term partnership
  • emotional recovery

Key Concepts

emotional safety trust self‑worth

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize safety over growth?
  • How do you balance protection and vulnerability?
A Different Perspective

It may ignore the need to address past wounds.

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