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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.” quote by Kathy Dunnehoff
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““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.””

Kathy Dunnehoff

About This Quote

Disappointment erodes resilience, causing a person to shrink until they break.

In simple terms: Disappointment can weaken and break a person.

Key Takeaway

Guard against disappointment.

Themes

resilience disappointment self‑worth gender

Mood

empathetic somber

Type

personal psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • career setbacks
  • mental health
  • support networks

Key Concepts

psychology emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you respond when faced with disappointment?
  • What support helps you stay upright?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring disappointment can lead to unresolved pain.

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