Children Quote by Nicole Krauss
““I won't waste your time with the injuries of my childhood, with my loneliness, or the fear and sadness of the years I spent inside the bitter capsule of my parents' marriage, under the reign of my father's rage, after all, who isn't a survivor from the wreck of a childhood? I have no desire to describe mine; I only want to say that in order to survive the dark and often terrifying passage of my life I came to believe certain things about myself.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The History of Love, 2005
Survivors often avoid recounting trauma, yet sharing insights can foster resilience.
In simple terms: Survivors may not share pain, but can learn from it.
Embrace growth through self‑reflection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- writing
- support groups
- education
- personal healing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons have you learned from hardship?
- How can you support others without re‑traumatizing yourself?
Reliving trauma can re‑trigger pain if not handled carefully.