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Broken promises Quote by Ellen Hopkins

“Private dreams Snare you. Swallow you. Make you feel like you're all alone, like you don't want to sleep and fall into them. What good are dreams if you can't share them? How sad to think there are people who must move forward into some hollow future, empty of hope. Destined to travel an avenue…” quote by Ellen Hopkins
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““Private dreams Snare you. Swallow you. Make you feel like you're all alone, like you don't want to sleep and fall into them. What good are dreams if you can't share them? How sad to think there are people who must move forward into some hollow future, empty of hope. Destined to travel an avenue potholed with broken promises.””

Ellen Hopkins

About This Quote

Source Poetry Collection: Crank, Ellen Hopkins, 2004

Dreams can become isolating burdens when kept secret, highlighting the need for shared hope.

In simple terms: Secret dreams feel lonely and hopeless.

Key Takeaway

Share your dreams to find hope.

Themes

dreams isolation hope shared experience

Mood

reflective somber

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • creative writing groups
  • friendship discussions
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

psychology emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can you trust with your dreams?
  • What steps can you take to turn dreams into reality?
A Different Perspective

Sharing may not always be safe or welcomed.

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