Arms Quote by Lauren DeStefano
“There is warmth shooting through my broken body where there should be pain, and I put my arms around the back of his neck and I hold on to him. I hold on because you never know in this place when something good will be taken away.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Last Summer" by Lauren DeStefano, 2018
Clinging to warmth and love amid pain, fearing loss of fleeting joy.
In simple terms: Hold onto love even when hurt is present.
Key Takeaway
Cherish moments, protect loved ones.
Themes
love
vulnerability
hope
Mood
hopeful
intimate
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- health crises
- personal loss
Key Concepts
emotional resilience
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance love and self‑care?
- What does “warmth” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the need to process pain.
