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“You scared the shit out of me." "Why, because you nearly let me die without fulfilling your promise to Sara?" Luke dropped his hands from his face. "What promise?" "To give me a hug." "You want a hug ," Luke said with disbelief. "You deaf, boy?" Luke stared at him. "If I hug you, do you promise…” quote by Jill Shalvis
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““You scared the shit out of me." "Why, because you nearly let me die without fulfilling your promise to Sara?" Luke dropped his hands from his face. "What promise?" "To give me a hug." "You want a hug ," Luke said with disbelief. "You deaf, boy?" Luke stared at him. "If I hug you, do you promise not to die on me?" Edward's smirk faded, and he set the Jell-O down. "I promise not to die today. How's that?" "Good enough," Luke said, and hugged him tight.””

Jill Shalvis

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A tense exchange reveals vulnerability and the need for reassurance through a simple promise of safety.

In simple terms: A promise of safety eases fear.

Key Takeaway

Offer reassurance when fear arises.

Themes

vulnerability trust reassurance

Mood

anxious hopeful

Type

dialogue dramatic emotional

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • friendship
  • emotional support

Key Concepts

psychology human connection promise

Questions to Reflect On

  • What promise could you make to ease someone's fear?
  • How does physical comfort affect emotional safety?
A Different Perspective

The promise may not address deeper underlying issues.

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