Cried Quote by Margaret Atwood
““I could make myself cry even more by repeating the key words: love, alone, sad, over. I did it on purpose.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Handmaid’s Tale, Margaret Atwood, 1985
The speaker describes deliberately intensifying emotional pain by repeating key words, showing how language can amplify feelings.
In simple terms: Repeating certain words can make you feel more sad.
Key Takeaway
Be mindful of how words affect your emotions.
Themes
emotion
self‑awareness
language
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- writing therapy
- personal reflection
- mental health coping
- creative expression
- self‑induced sadness
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you use language to manage emotions?
- What words help you heal?
A Different Perspective
Repeated focus on negative words can deepen distress rather than heal.
