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“Those eyes, they've got a history with mine. They were the first things I saw when I came to, after being hit in the skull with a baseball thrown by Patrick at Little League. They were the fortification I needed at sixteen to ride the chairlift at Sugarloaf, although I am terrified of heights. For…” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“Those eyes, they've got a history with mine. They were the first things I saw when I came to, after being hit in the skull with a baseball thrown by Patrick at Little League. They were the fortification I needed at sixteen to ride the chairlift at Sugarloaf, although I am terrified of heights. For almost my whole life, they've told me I'm doing all right, during moments when it was not in my own power to answer.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Book of Two Ways by Jodi Picoult, 2020

Personal connections can become mental anchors that help us face fears and uncertainty.

In simple terms: Supportive eyes give courage.

Key Takeaway

Seek supportive relationships.

Themes

courage support memory fear growth

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

inspirational personal

When to use this quote

  • overcoming fear of heights
  • making decisions under pressure
  • building confidence
  • seeking mentorship

Key Concepts

psychology attachment resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you identify your own mental anchors?
  • What relationships strengthen your resilience?
A Different Perspective

Support may not replace personal agency in critical moments.

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