Arms Quote by Karen Marie Moning
“I felt the electricity of his body behind me as he reached around me and took the card from my hand. He didn't move away, and I battled the urge to lean back into him, seeking the comfort of his strength. Would he wrap his arms around me? Make me feel safe, if only for a moment, and if only a delusion?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Darkfever, 2007
The narrator seeks physical and emotional safety in another’s embrace, questioning whether the comfort is real or an illusion
In simple terms: Desire for safety may be an illusion of intimacy
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine connection, not just temporary comfort
Themes
loneliness
comfort
illusion
Mood
intimate
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- intimate moments
- personal boundaries
- emotional support
Key Concepts
psychology
relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust physical closeness for emotional security?
- When does comfort become a delusion?
A Different Perspective
Relying on others for safety can lead to dependency and disappointment
