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Assuming Quote by Liane Moriarty

“So now I just assume that it won't work, and that if it does work, I'll lose it anyway. This is meant to protect me, although it doesn't, because somehow the hope sneakily finds its way in. I'm never aware of the hope until it's gone, whooshed away like a rug pulled from under my feet, each time I…” quote by Liane Moriarty
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“So now I just assume that it won't work, and that if it does work, I'll lose it anyway. This is meant to protect me, although it doesn't, because somehow the hope sneakily finds its way in. I'm never aware of the hope until it's gone, whooshed away like a rug pulled from under my feet, each time I hear another "I'm sorry.”

Liane Moriarty

About This Quote

Source Novel: Big Little Lies, 2014

Hope resurfaces despite attempts to suppress it, showing its persistence.

In simple terms: Even when we try to block hope, it returns.

Key Takeaway

A hope’s presence can be a hidden strength.

Themes

psychology hope resilience

Mood

hopeful introspective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • therapy
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

self‑sabotage emotional coping

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance hope with realistic expectations?
  • What strategies prevent hope from becoming avoidance?
A Different Perspective

Hope may lead to disappointment if unrealistic.

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