Being hurt Quote by Margery Williams
“Real isn't how you are made," said the Skin Horse. "It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real." "Does it hurt?" asked the Rabbit. "Sometimes," said the Skin Horse, for he was always truthful. "When you are Real you don't mind being hurt.”
About This Quote
Source Children's Book: The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams, 1922
Authentic love and acceptance make us truly real, even if it brings pain.
In simple terms: Love makes us real, even when painful.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love despite vulnerability.
Themes
love
identity
authenticity
growth
pain
Mood
tender
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- parenting
- personal development
- creative writing
Key Concepts
attachment theory
self‑acceptance
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being “real” mean to you?
- Can love be both painful and empowering?
A Different Perspective
Realness can be fragile and dependent on others.
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