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Hysterical Quote by L.M. Montgomery

“So you can, girl, if you use your ears. I only wanted you to be comfortable. You look so durned uncomfortable, standing there. Well, I'LL sit anyway." Norman accordingly sat down in the very place John Meredith had once sat. The contrast was so ludicrous that Rosemary was afraid she would go off…” quote by L.M. Montgomery
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““So you can, girl, if you use your ears. I only wanted you to be comfortable. You look so durned uncomfortable, standing there. Well, I'LL sit anyway." Norman accordingly sat down in the very place John Meredith had once sat. The contrast was so ludicrous that Rosemary was afraid she would go off into a peal of hysterical laughter over it. Norman cast his hat aside, placed his huge, red hands on his knees, and looked up at her with his eyes a-twinkle. "Come, girl, don't be so stiff,””

L.M. Montgomery

About This Quote

Source Novel: Anne of Green Gables, 1908

Offering comfort and gentle encouragement can ease discomfort and foster connection, even in awkward moments.

In simple terms: Kindness eases tension.

Key Takeaway

Offer empathy and support.

Themes

compassion social interaction comfort

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • friendship building
  • conflict resolution
  • teamwork

Key Concepts

interpersonal dynamics emotional intelligence social awkwardness

Questions to Reflect On

  • When do you need to step in with kindness?
  • How can you gauge comfort levels?
A Different Perspective

Comfort may be misread as patronizing.

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