Conflicting emotions Quote by Robert E. Emery
““Why is this happening? Perhaps as you climb into bed alone, you find yourself longing for a warm body or the sense of security of sharing a bed, a home. What you might not have realized, especially in the immediate emotional aftermath of divorce, is that these seemingly conflicting emotions really are connected. They all are a part of your grief.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Truth About Divorce, Robert E. Emery, 2009
Grief after divorce includes contradictory emotions like longing for intimacy and feeling alone, which are actually interconnected aspects of loss.
In simple terms: Divorce grief mixes longing and loneliness.
Key Takeaway
Accept and integrate conflicting feelings.
Themes
grief
loneliness
intimacy
Mood
sad
reflective
Type
therapeutic
psychological
When to use this quote
- post‑divorce counseling
- support groups
- personal reflection
- journaling
Key Concepts
emotional processing
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the longing reveal about your needs?
- How can you honor both loss and hope?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on one emotion can hinder healing.
