Cold Quote by Liz Murray
“... In our family, if you said the words 'I feel,' they better be followed with 'hungry' or 'cold'. Because we didn't get personal, that's just how it was.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: The Glass Castle, 2005
Family members avoid expressing personal feelings, focusing only on basic needs.
In simple terms: Emotions are suppressed in favor of physical comfort.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open emotional expression in families.
Themes
family dynamics
emotional health
communication
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
family
psychological
When to use this quote
- parent‑child interactions
- therapeutic settings
- support groups
Key Concepts
emotional suppression
survival priorities
family culture
Questions to Reflect On
- What impact does emotional suppression have on long‑term wellbeing?
- How can families balance physical needs with emotional openness?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the role of trauma in emotional restraint.
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