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Bury Quote by Jennifer Donnelly

“If you're going to bury the past, bury it deep, girl. Shallow Graves always give up their dead.” quote by Jennifer Donnelly
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““If you're going to bury the past, bury it deep, girl. Shallow Graves always give up their dead.””

Jennifer Donnelly

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Burying Past, Jennifer Donnelly, 2015

Burying past hurts deeply prevents them from resurfacing, unlike shallow attempts that leave unresolved issues.

In simple terms: Deeply burying pain stops it from returning.

Key Takeaway

Address deep wounds to avoid lingering problems.

Themes

healing memory closure

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • personal reflection
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “deep burial” mean to you?
  • Can confronting the past be healthier?
A Different Perspective

Deep burial may suppress needed processing.

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