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Disgust Quote by Lisa Kleypas

“Please," she eventually said, "you must forgive me. I'm far too shy. I must work harder to overcome it. When I behave that way, it has nothing at all to do with disgust. The truth is, I'm nervous with you. Because..." A deep flush worked up from the high neck of her dress to the edge of her…” quote by Lisa Kleypas
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““Please," she eventually said, "you must forgive me. I'm far too shy. I must work harder to overcome it. When I behave that way, it has nothing at all to do with disgust. The truth is, I'm nervous with you. Because..." A deep flush worked up from the high neck of her dress to the edge of her hairline. "Because you're very attractive," she continued awkwardly, "and worldly, and I don't wish for you to think me foolish. As for the other day, that... that was my first kiss. I didn't know what to do, and I felt... quite overwhelmed.””

Lisa Kleypas

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Duchess Deal, Lisa Kleypas, 2008

She confesses nervousness and attraction, revealing vulnerability behind social pretenses.

In simple terms: She admits fear and attraction, showing vulnerability.

Key Takeaway

Embrace honesty about feelings.

Themes

love vulnerability social anxiety

Mood

romantic intimate

Type

narrative emotional

When to use this quote

  • first dates
  • confessing love
  • overcoming shyness
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

psychology romance communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • What holds you back from expressing attraction?
  • How can vulnerability strengthen a relationship?
A Different Perspective

Honesty may be misinterpreted as weakness.

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