Shrinking Quote by Lina Andersson
““Shrinking yourself is an act of violence. Shrinking yourself is an act of violence. Shrinking yourself is an act of violence. and I will not hurt myself.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Violence of Shrinking” (2010)
She repeats that shrinking oneself is violent, ending with a refusal to self‑harm.
In simple terms: Shrinking oneself is violent; refuse self‑harm.
Key Takeaway
Reject self‑diminishment.
Themes
self‑esteem
violence
self‑care
Mood
assertive
protective
Type
psychological
self‑help
When to use this quote
- counseling
- self‑help
- creative expression
Key Concepts
psychological harm
personal boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect your sense of self?
- What steps prevent self‑harm?
A Different Perspective
Repeated phrasing may indicate trauma.
