Buried Quote by Kelly Link
“You have to salvage what you can, even if you're the one who buried it in the first place.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Faery Handbag” by Kelly Link, 2004
Even if you caused a problem, you still have the responsibility to fix it and make the best of the situation.
In simple terms: Take responsibility for your mistakes.
Key Takeaway
Act to repair damage you caused.
Themes
responsibility
redemption
resilience
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
fiction
advice
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- environmental cleanup
- relationship repair
Key Concepts
accountability
self‑improvement
repair
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you salvage after a mistake?
- When is it okay to let go?
A Different Perspective
Repair may not fully erase past harm.
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