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“I shrugged. But she kept asking, as if there were something she could do, until finally I just kind of crawled across the couch into her lap and my dad came over and held my legs really tight and I wrapped my arms all the way around my mom’s middle and they held on to me for hours while the tide…” quote by John Green
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““I shrugged. But she kept asking, as if there were something she could do, until finally I just kind of crawled across the couch into her lap and my dad came over and held my legs really tight and I wrapped my arms all the way around my mom’s middle and they held on to me for hours while the tide rolled in.””

John Green

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Fault in Our Stars, John Green, 2012

A child seeks comfort in a parent’s embrace during a moment of fear, illustrating the need for physical closeness in distress.

In simple terms: Seeking comfort in a hug during fear

Key Takeaway

Turn to loved ones for support when anxious.

Themes

family comfort vulnerability

Mood

reassuring intimate

Type

narrative emotional

When to use this quote

  • nighttime fear
  • parental support
  • seeking reassurance

Key Concepts

attachment emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who do you turn to when you feel scared?
  • How does touch affect your anxiety?
A Different Perspective

Physical closeness may not resolve underlying issues.

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