Destroyers Quote by Lisa Unger
““Emily looked into his eyes. They were blank, unreadable. That was the worst kind of person, the scariest—the one who’d learned to keep his feelings out of his eyes. Or who didn’t feel anything at all. Emily had known people like that; they were the destroyers. They took things—everything you worked for, all your silly dreams—and smashed them beneath their boots for no reason at all.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hypnotist by Lisa Unger, 2011
People who hide emotions can be dangerous, as their indifference allows them to destroy others' hopes without remorse.
In simple terms: Emotionless people can harm others.
Key Takeaway
Beware hidden emotional coldness.
Themes
trust
deception
power
vulnerability
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
warning
literary
When to use this quote
- relationships
- workplace
- friendships
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional intelligence
manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize hidden emotional pain?
- What boundaries protect you from emotional manipulation?
A Different Perspective
Such individuals may also be victims of their own trauma.
