Control Quote by Sarah Dessen
“It was so easy to disown what you couldn't recognize, to keep yourself apart from things that were foreign and unsettling. The only person you can be sure to control, always, is yourself. Which is a lot to be sure of, but at the same time, not enough.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Truth About Forever”, 2004
Denial of unfamiliarity is easy, but self‑control is the only true mastery we possess, though it’s limited.
In simple terms: Only self can be truly controlled.
Key Takeaway
Focus on self‑awareness and personal responsibility.
Themes
self‑control
identity
recognition
growth
Mood
introspective
motivational
Type
personal
literary
When to use this quote
- therapy
- journaling
- personal coaching
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of self are truly controllable?
- How do you confront unsettling unfamiliarities?
A Different Perspective
May overlook external influences.
