Glass Quote by Holly Goldberg Sloan
““maybe that happens when you've been through a lot. all of your edges are worn off, like sea glass. either that, or you shatter.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan, 2013
After hardship, one's edges become smooth like sea glass, but the pressure can also cause one to break.
In simple terms: Hardship smooths or shatters a person.
Key Takeaway
Seek resilience, not fragility.
Themes
growth
adversity
resilience
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- grief
- healing
- creative work
Key Concepts
metaphor
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What helps you stay whole after challenges?
- Do you prefer smoothing or shattering?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone emerges intact after trauma.
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