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Lullaby Quote by L.J. Shen

“Whatever we were, we were toxic. A lullaby on a thoroughly scratched record that keeps hiccuping again and again on the line that you hate. This can’t happen. This can’t happen. This won’t happen.” quote by L.J. Shen
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““Whatever we were, we were toxic. A lullaby on a thoroughly scratched record that keeps hiccuping again and again on the line that you hate. This can’t happen. This can’t happen. This won’t happen.””

L.J. Shen

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Toxic Lullaby,” 2020

Acknowledges a destructive relationship, emphasizing the impossibility of repeating harmful patterns.

In simple terms: Toxic love repeats painfully.

Key Takeaway

Break cycles of toxicity.

Themes

relationships toxicity self‑preservation

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

poetic emotional

When to use this quote

  • breakups
  • therapy sessions
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

psychology of attachment emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What toxic patterns persist?
  • How can you enforce healthier boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Change requires effort and support.

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