Save Quote by Jessica Sorensen
““How do you get through to someone who doesn’t want you to get to them? How do you save someone who doesn’t want to be saved?””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on counseling, 2021
Effective communication requires meeting people where they are, even if they resist.
In simple terms: Reach people even when they resist.
Listen and build trust before trying to help.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family conflict
- addiction recovery
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies build trust with resistant individuals?
- When is it appropriate to step back?
Change cannot be forced; resistance may persist.