Brittle Quote by Kathy Dunnehoff
““No, it wasn't aging that made someone brittle, it was disappointment that did. It was allowing the world to make you smaller and smaller until you couldn't hold yourself upright anymore. That, that made a woman break.””
About This Quote
Disappointment erodes resilience, causing a person to shrink until they break.
In simple terms: Disappointment can weaken and break a person.
Guard against disappointment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career setbacks
- mental health
- support networks
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when faced with disappointment?
- What support helps you stay upright?
Ignoring disappointment can lead to unresolved pain.