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“Keeping my smile raised like a shield between us, I curtsied and quit the room.” quote by Rachel Hartman
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““Keeping my smile raised like a shield between us, I curtsied and quit the room.””

Rachel Hartman

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Glass Sea, 2018

A smile can act as a protective barrier, allowing one to withdraw gracefully from uncomfortable situations.

In simple terms: Smile can shield and enable graceful exit.

Key Takeaway

Use humor to protect and exit.

Themes

defense social interaction graceful exit

Mood

wry thoughtful

Type

literary personal

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • conflict
  • personal encounters

Key Concepts

emotional intelligence boundary setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • When do you use a smile as a shield?
  • Is it authentic or defensive?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on a smile may mask true feelings.

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