Broken Quote by Jessamyn West
“A broken bone can heal, but the wound a word opens can fester forever.”
About This Quote
Words can cause deep, lasting emotional wounds that may never fully heal.
In simple terms: Words can scar forever.
Choose words carefully.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- conflict resolution
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you repair a verbal wound?
- Can silence ever heal a spoken hurt?
Healing may require more than just time; it needs active repair.