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“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.” quote by J.D. Stroube
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““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.””

J.D. Stroube

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.

Key Takeaway

Balance self‑preservation with openness.

Themes

survival relationships boundaries loneliness

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • trauma recovery
  • new relationships
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology attachment theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it safe to let others in?
  • What costs does emotional isolation exact?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding connection can hinder healing.

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