Crying Adds Quote by John Green
““Crying adds something: crying is you, plus tears. But the feeling Colin had was some horrible opposite of crying. It was you, minus something.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Fault in Our Stars by John Green, 2012
The quote contrasts authentic emotional expression with a hollow, opposite feeling, highlighting how true self includes both joy and sorrow.
In simple terms: True self includes both joy and sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Embrace all feelings.
Themes
identity
emotion
authenticity
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- mental health
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions are you avoiding?
- How does acknowledging pain affect self‑knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Feeling opposite to crying may indicate repression.
