Breathing Quote by Lilith Saintcrow
![“But it's a whole lot easier to keep[secrets] when you've got someone else who knows breathing in the same room. Carrying them alone is like having a huge spiky weight digging into your shoulders and chest, a weight you can't shift even while you're sleeping.” quote by Lilith Saintcrow](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/10d/lilith-saintcrow-3480_breathing_but-it-s-a-whole-lot-easier-to-keep-secr_693844.jpg)
“But it's a whole lot easier to keep[secrets] when you've got someone else who knows breathing in the same room. Carrying them alone is like having a huge spiky weight digging into your shoulders and chest, a weight you can't shift even while you're sleeping.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Secret Keeper by Lilith Saintcrow, 2020
Keeping secrets feels lighter when shared, but bearing them alone becomes a painful, unrelenting burden on body and mind.
In simple terms: Secrets are easier with a confidant; alone they weigh you down.
Key Takeaway
Seek trusted support before secrets become oppressive.
Themes
trust
burden
mental health
relationships
Mood
anxious
relieved
reflective
Type
advice
psychological
emotional
When to use this quote
- confiding in a friend
- therapy sessions
- stress management
- nighttime anxiety
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional weight
shared vulnerability
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you confide in safely?
- How does sharing change the weight you feel?
A Different Perspective
Even with support, secrets may still cause anxiety if not resolved.
