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“The purpose of healing is to live while you are alive instead of dying while you are alive. Healing is about being broken and whole at the same time.” quote by Geneen Roth
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“The purpose of healing is to live while you are alive instead of dying while you are alive. Healing is about being broken and whole at the same time.”

Geneen Roth

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Healing Power of Self‑Compassion”, 2005

Healing involves simultaneously acknowledging brokenness and wholeness, living fully rather than merely existing.

In simple terms: Heal by embracing brokenness and wholeness.

Key Takeaway

Live fully, not just survive.

Themes

healing wholeness self‑compassion

Mood

reflective empowering

Type

self‑help philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • mindfulness
  • personal development

Key Concepts

psychology well‑being

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you honor both brokenness and wholeness?
  • What steps help you move from surviving to truly living?
A Different Perspective

Healing can be painful and slow.

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