Arms Quote by Sarah Dessen
“which is completely out-of-line behavior. Then you are wholly within your rights to stomp on their foot." "No," Delia said, over her shoulder. "Actually, you're not. Just excuse yourself as politely as possible, and get out of arm's reach." Kristy looked at me, shaking her head. "Stomp them." she said, under her breath. "Really”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Truth About Forever, Sarah Dessen, 2009
When someone behaves badly, you have the right to set firm boundaries and protect yourself.
In simple terms: Set boundaries against bad behavior.
Key Takeaway
Assert your limits calmly.
Themes
boundaries
assertion
self‑respect
Mood
firm
protective
Type
advice
conflict management
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace disputes
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
personal rights
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to confront?
- What tone keeps it respectful?
A Different Perspective
Boundaries can be hard to enforce without escalating conflict.
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![“You can't believe any picture nowadays, if it's digital. You can't really believe. If you see me shaking hands with Mr. [Barack] Obama, it doesn't mean I ever met him, does it?” quote by David Hockney](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/26e/david-hockney-1395_barack_you-can-t-believe-any-picture-nowadays-i_36556.jpg)
