Bones Quote by Iyanla Vanzant
“For most of my life, I believed that my father had broken many of my bones. They were emotional and psychological bones; things no one could see, things that caused me to limp through life clutching for and holding on to people and situations that often rendered me immobile.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Spiritual Life Lessons, Iyanla Vanzant, 2005
The speaker feels past emotional trauma, likening unseen psychological wounds to broken bones that hinder movement and attachment.
In simple terms: Hidden emotional wounds can cripple us.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and heal emotional injuries.
Themes
trauma
healing
attachment
resilience
self‑care
Mood
reflective
hopeful
determined
Type
motivational
inspirational
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- support groups
- personal reflection
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
psychological injury
emotional baggage
attachment patterns
Questions to Reflect On
- What unseen wounds are holding you back?
- How can you begin to release attachment to harmful patterns?
A Different Perspective
Healing may be slow and requires confronting painful memories.
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