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“People say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. They say that when you been through something terrible ... But it doesn't. It breaks your bones, leaving everything splintered and held together with grubby bandages and yellowing sticky tape. Creaking along the fault lines, Fragile and…” quote by Fiona Barton
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““People say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. They say that when you been through something terrible ... But it doesn't. It breaks your bones, leaving everything splintered and held together with grubby bandages and yellowing sticky tape. Creaking along the fault lines, Fragile and exhausting to hold together. Sometimes you wish it had killed you.””

Fiona Barton

About This Quote

The quote describes how trauma can leave lasting damage, contrary to the cliché that hardship always strengthens us.

In simple terms: Trauma can leave lasting damage, not just strength.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address deep wounds.

Themes

pain resilience vulnerability healing

Mood

somber reflective

Type

personal cautionary

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • support groups
  • personal reflection
  • recovering from loss

Key Concepts

psychology trauma theory cognitive dissonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you support someone with deep emotional scars?
  • What practices help you rebuild after trauma?
A Different Perspective

Healing may be slow and require professional help.

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