Psychology Quote by Kristin Cashore
““How strange it was to have the power to cause others to feel something she herself did not feel; and then catch the hint of it in their collective minds, and begin to feel it herself.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Graceling, 2005
The protagonist discovers she can influence others' emotions, then experiences those emotions herself.
In simple terms: She feels others' feelings and then feels them too.
Key Takeaway
Be mindful of emotional influence and its impact.
Themes
power
empathy
self-awareness
Mood
intriguing
thoughtful
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- leadership
- creative writing
- therapy
- relationship building
Key Concepts
fiction
psychology
emotional contagion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when you’re affecting others?
- What boundaries protect authentic feeling?
A Different Perspective
Influence can be manipulative if unchecked.
