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Hurt Quote by Ryū Murakami

“Yeah, he'd said, maybe it's just my idea, but really it always hurts, the times it don't hurt is when we just forget, we just forget it hurts, you know, it's not just because my belly's all rotten, everybody always hurts. So when it really starts stabbing me, somehow I feel sort of peaceful, like…” quote by Ryū Murakami
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““Yeah, he'd said, maybe it's just my idea, but really it always hurts, the times it don't hurt is when we just forget, we just forget it hurts, you know, it's not just because my belly's all rotten, everybody always hurts. So when it really starts stabbing me, somehow I feel sort of peaceful, like I'm myself again.””

Ryū Murakami

About This Quote

Painful experiences can paradoxically bring a sense of peace when acknowledged and let go.

In simple terms: Accepting pain can restore inner calm.

Key Takeaway

Allow yourself to feel hurt, then release it.

Themes

mental health pain acceptance

Mood

reflective somber

Type

psychological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • personal journaling
  • support groups
  • creative expression

Key Concepts

trauma self‑compassion healing

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your pain?
  • How can you transform hurt into peace?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring pain may cause deeper wounds.

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