Life Quote by Kay Redfield Jamison
““We all build internal sea walls to keep at bay the sadnesses of life and the often overwhelming forces within our minds... But love is, to me, the ultimately more extraordinary part of the breakwater wall: it helps to shut out the terror and awfulness, while, at the same time, allowing in life and beauty and vitality.””
About This Quote
Source Book: An Unquiet Mind by Kay Redfield Jamison, 1995
Love acts as a protective barrier, mitigating inner turmoil while allowing positive experiences to enter.
In simple terms: Love shields and opens us to beauty.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love for resilience.
Themes
love
mental health
resilience
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
psychological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal relationships
- creative work
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love help you face inner challenges?
- What practices strengthen love’s protective effect?
A Different Perspective
Love alone cannot solve deep psychological issues.
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