Anger Quote by Jaimal Yogis
““We were both holding on to this thing, this monster between us. And now that I saw it, I could almost feel it hovering there, tangible. It was wrapping its stickiness around our throats - and we were helping it. We were grabbing on to it tightly, believing it was part of us. But it wasn't. It was a thing we'd each created. It was a bad wave we'd caught and it had closed out and was holding us down. All we needed to do was let it pass. All we needed to do was stop grabbing at it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Letting Go, Jaimal Yogis, 2020
A shared toxic pattern is identified as a created 'monster' that both cling to, but release is needed for freedom.
In simple terms: Couple holds onto harmful habit; must let go.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release shared negative patterns.
Themes
relationships
toxic patterns
personal growth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
determined
Type
relationship
self-help
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- team projects
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
attachment theory
emotional baggage
Questions to Reflect On
- What 'monster' are you both holding?
- How can you support each other's release?
A Different Perspective
Hard to recognize when patterns are mutual.
