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Bad thing Quote by Scarlett Thomas

“Someone who has the delusion Glass, is made of, does not literally believe herself to be made of glass but rather feels fragile and brittle, as if she might break. This might be someone who constantly thinks bad things are going to happen to her, or someone coming off drugs, perhaps, feeling she…” quote by Scarlett Thomas
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““Someone who has the delusion Glass, is made of, does not literally believe herself to be made of glass but rather feels fragile and brittle, as if she might break. This might be someone who constantly thinks bad things are going to happen to her, or someone coming off drugs, perhaps, feeling she might break down.””

Scarlett Thomas

About This Quote

The quote describes a psychological state where a person feels emotionally fragile, as if they could shatter, often linked to anxiety, trauma, or withdrawal from substances.

In simple terms: Feeling emotionally fragile like glass.

Key Takeaway

Emotional fragility can be self‑fulfilling.

Themes

vulnerability anxiety self‑perception mental health resilience

Mood

reflective vulnerable hopeful

Type

insightful descriptive

When to use this quote

  • recovering from trauma
  • high‑stress work environments
  • post‑substance withdrawal
  • chronic anxiety
  • self‑esteem struggles

Key Concepts

fragility self‑fulfilling belief stress response

Practical Applications

  • Therapeutic counseling
  • Mindfulness training

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does self‑labeling as 'fragile' affect coping?
  • What practices can reinforce a sense of inner strength?
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