Gaze Quote by Kelley Armstrong
““You were just worried about me." An exhale, relieved that I'd understood. "Yeah." I turned. "Because you think I'm worth it." He put his fingers under my chin. "I absolutley think you're worth it." "But you don't think you are." His mouth opened. Shut. "That's what this is about, Derek. You won't let us worry about you because you don't think you're worth it. But I do. I absolutley do. I lifted onto my toes, put my hands around his neck, and pulled him down. When our lips met, that first jolt...It was everything I hadn't felt with Simon, everything I'd wanted to feel. His hands went around my waist, pulling me closer-- Simon's footsteps thudded through the hall. We jumped apart. "And he says I have lousy timing," Derek grumbled.””
About This Quote
A lover reassures a partner of their worth, confronting the partner’s self‑doubt, leading to an intense, transformative intimacy.
In simple terms: Affirmation combats low self‑esteem.
Key Takeaway
Love can validate and heal self‑worth.
Themes
love
self‑esteem
affirmation
intimacy
Mood
passionate
hopeful
Type
dialogue
romantic confession
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- supporting a friend
- overcoming imposter syndrome
Key Concepts
psychological validation
emotional vulnerability
Practical Applications
- practice sincere compliments
- listen for hidden insecurities
Questions to Reflect On
- What if the reassurance feels insincere?
- How can one build self‑worth without relying on others?
A Different Perspective
May create dependency on external validation rather than internal self‑acceptance.
