Crime Quote by Kim Harrison
“Get your hand off me,” I exclaimed, voice loud with misplaced anger as I yanked away from his grip. “I’m a professional, not some distraught girlfriend.” Well, I was that too, but I knew how to act at a crime scene.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hollows series by Kim Harrison, 2004
The speaker asserts professional competence while confronting emotional turmoil, showing tension between duty and personal feelings in crisis.
In simple terms: Professional role clashes with personal anger and vulnerability.
Key Takeaway
Maintain professionalism while acknowledging emotions.
Themes
professionalism
anger
identity
crime scene
self‑control
Mood
tense
determined
reflective
Type
instructional
psychological
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- acting
- self‑reflection
- stress management
Key Concepts
psychology
role conflict
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance duty and personal feelings?
- What strategies help manage anger in high‑stress jobs?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can still affect judgment despite training.
