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Dying Quote by Martha Manning

“I didn’t want to die because I hated myself; I wanted to die because I loved myself enough to want this pain to end.” quote by Martha Manning
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““I didn’t want to die because I hated myself; I wanted to die because I loved myself enough to want this pain to end.””

Martha Manning

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Self‑Compassion Project, Martha Manning, 2015

Self‑love can motivate ending suffering, not by seeking death, but by ending self‑destructive pain.

In simple terms: Love for self can end pain.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑compassion to reduce suffering.

Themes

self‑compassion pain mental health

Mood

hopeful empathetic

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • depression
  • anxiety
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology self‑acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What compassionate actions can you take for yourself?
  • How can you seek help without self‑judgment?
A Different Perspective

Self‑love alone may not resolve underlying issues.

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