Heart Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
“If we don't pray according to the needs of the heart, we repress our deepest longings. Our prayers may not be rational, and we may be quite aware of that, but if we repress our needs, then those unsaid prayers will fester.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Wrinkle in Time, 1962
Suppressing heartfelt needs leads to unspoken prayers that linger and cause inner unrest.
In simple terms: Ignoring deep needs creates inner turmoil.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and express your true needs.
Themes
spirituality
psychology
self‑acceptance
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal journaling
- creative expression
Key Concepts
repression
longing
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What need have you hidden?
- How can you safely voice it?
A Different Perspective
Expressing needs may feel vulnerable.
