Hang Quote by Kristen Cashore
““I told him I'm not going to marry you and hang on to you like a barnacle, just to keep you to myself and stop you loving anyone else.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Graceling by Kristen Cashore, 2008
A relationship built on control and possessiveness is unhealthy; love should be free, not a means of ownership.
In simple terms: Control is not love.
Seek relationships based on mutual respect.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendships
- family ties
- workplace interactions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define healthy love?
- What boundaries prevent possessiveness?
Some may argue love involves some degree of dependence.