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“I learned that healing and cure are active processes in which I myself needed to participate.” quote by Rollo May
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“I learned that healing and cure are active processes in which I myself needed to participate.”

Rollo May

About This Quote

Source Book: Love and Will, Rollo May, 1969

Healing requires personal involvement; you must actively engage rather than passively await recovery.

In simple terms: Healing is an active, personal process.

Key Takeaway

Participate actively in your own healing.

Themes

self‑care psychology growth

Mood

reflective determined

Type

motivational psychological

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • personal crises
  • health recovery
  • self‑help practices

Key Concepts

agency participation self‑efficacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you take active steps toward healing?
  • What barriers prevent your participation?
A Different Perspective

If you are passive, healing may stall or regress.

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