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“It's total bullshit," he said. "The whole thing. Eighty percent survival rate and he's in the twenty percent? Bullshit…. But it was sure a privilege to love him, huh?" I nodded into his shirt. "Gives you an idea how I feel about you," he said.” quote by John Green
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““It's total bullshit," he said. "The whole thing. Eighty percent survival rate and he's in the twenty percent? Bullshit…. But it was sure a privilege to love him, huh?" I nodded into his shirt. "Gives you an idea how I feel about you," he said.””

John Green

About This Quote

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

A character expresses frustration about perceived unfairness while also revealing deep affection for someone else.

In simple terms: Frustration mixes with love.

Key Takeaway

Recognize mixed emotions in relationships.

Themes

conflict affection fairness

Mood

conflicted intimate

Type

literary dialogue

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationship
  • family dynamics
  • personal struggle

Key Concepts

psychology human relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance frustration and love?
  • What does this reveal about vulnerability?
A Different Perspective

Love can coexist with resentment.

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