Abuse Quote by J.D. Stroube
““Her soft trailing fingers would continue to attempt a connection that I refused to allow; that I couldn’t allow if I wanted to survive.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Last Connection” by J.D. Stroube, 2018
Refusing intimacy to survive can lead to emotional isolation.
In simple terms: Survival may require cutting off closeness.
Balance self‑preservation with openness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- trauma recovery
- new relationships
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it safe to let others in?
- What costs does emotional isolation exact?
Avoiding connection can hinder healing.