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Harm Quote by Henry Cloud

“Things can hurt and not harm us. In fact they can even be good for us. And things that feel good can be very harmful to us.” quote by Henry Cloud
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““Things can hurt and not harm us. In fact they can even be good for us. And things that feel good can be very harmful to us.””

Henry Cloud

About This Quote

Source Book: Safe People, 2010

Painful experiences can be harmless or even beneficial, while pleasurable ones may cause hidden damage.

In simple terms: Not all pain is bad; pleasure can hurt.

Key Takeaway

Evaluate the true impact of experiences.

Themes

psychology wellness perception

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • addiction
  • mental health
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

behavioral health risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • When has something enjoyable caused harm?
  • How do you differentiate healthy pain from harmful pain?
A Different Perspective

Pleasure can be a warning sign for deeper issues.

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