Curls Quote by Laurie Halse Anderson
“Think about love, or hate, or joy, or pain- whatever makes you feel something, makes your palms sweat, or your toes curl. Focus on that feeling. When people don't express themselves, they die on piece at a time.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Speak, 1999
Emotions that provoke physical reactions demand expression, otherwise they erode us gradually.
In simple terms: Feelings need to be voiced.
Key Takeaway
Express emotions before they consume you.
Themes
emotion
expression
vulnerability
Mood
intense
urgent
Type
motivational
therapeutic
When to use this quote
- journaling
- dialogue
- art therapy
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- What feeling have you hidden?
- How can you safely share it?
A Different Perspective
Some may suppress emotions for safety or cultural reasons.
![“I've always liked walking; that's one of my favorite things to do, and I try to walk every day. [In Washington, D.C.] I can't walk outside, but we have the treadmill. And I walked eight miles at the ranch last weekend. Now I also lift weights, which is also great for bone strength. [Mrs. Bush…” quote by Laura Bush](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9e2/laura-bush-4252_biceps_i-ve-always-liked-walking-that-s-one-of_62915.jpg)
