Like Ice Quote by Lauren Baratz-Logsted
““So,” she says slowly, reviewing my case item by item, “you like ice holes, sinkholes, peepholes and blowholes?” I nod. “But not loopholes?” I nod again. Hole this, hole that – even when I’m determined not to just be myself , I’m such an asshole. I just can’t help it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, contemporary fiction, 2020s
The speaker humorously lists various “holes” to illustrate a pattern of self‑sabotage and inability to resist negative behavior despite intentions.
In simple terms: Self‑sabotage despite good intentions.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and break self‑defeating habits.
Themes
self‑sabotage
humor
self‑awareness
Mood
reflective
wry
introspective
Type
literary
conversational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- therapy sessions
- self‑reflection
- habit change
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral patterns
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits keep you from being your true self?
- How can you replace self‑sabotaging actions with constructive ones?
A Different Perspective
Humor may mask deeper issues, making change harder.
