Arms Quote by Jeanne DuPrau
“His sympathy made tears spring to Lina's eyes. Doon looked startled for a moment, and then he took a step toward her and wrapped his arms around her. He gave her a squeeze so quick and tight that it made her cough, and then it made her laugh. She realized all at once that Doon--thin, dark-eyed Doon with his troublesome temper and his terrible brown jacket and his good heart--was the person that she knew better than anyone now. He was her best friend.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau, 2003
Compassion can bridge fear, turning strangers into close allies through simple, heartfelt gestures.
In simple terms: Compassion creates deep bonds quickly.
Key Takeaway
Show empathy to build trust.
Themes
friendship
compassion
trust
growth
Mood
warm
hopeful
intimate
Type
narrative
emotional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- team building
- parenting
- mental health support
- community outreach
Key Concepts
emotional intelligence
social bonding
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- What small act can you do to comfort someone?
- How does trust change group dynamics?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on empathy may ignore practical boundaries.
