Boxes Quote by Sarah Dessen
“I paused, only just now realizing that the subject was hitting a little close to home. "You know, getting hurt. Putting herself out there, opening up to someone." Yeah," he said adding some cheese straws to the cart, "but risk is just part of relationships. Sometimes they work, sometimes they don't." I picked up a box of cheese straws, examining it. "Yeah," I said. "But it's not all about chance, either.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen, 2009
Risk in relationships is inevitable; success depends on willingness to engage despite uncertainty.
In simple terms: Love involves risk and effort.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability, not chance alone.
Themes
relationships
risk
vulnerability
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendship
- career mentorship
Key Concepts
emotional intimacy
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are worth taking in love?
- How can you differentiate chance from intentional effort?
A Different Perspective
Risk alone cannot guarantee outcomes.
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