Accident Quote by Sebastian Junger
“The negative effects of combat were nightmares, and I'd get jumpy around certain noises and stuff, but you'd have that after a car accident or a bad divorce. Life's filled with trauma. You don't need to go to war to find it it's going to find you. We all deal with it, and the effects go away after awhile. At least they did for me.”
About This Quote
Source Book: War: What Is It Good For? by Sebastian Junger, 2010
Trauma can arise from many sources, not just combat; its symptoms often fade over time with resilience and support.
In simple terms: Trauma isn’t only from war; it can lessen with healing.
Seek support and give time to heal.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- veterans coping
- civilian stress
- relationship breakdowns
- natural disasters
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What coping strategies helped you recover?
- How can communities better support trauma survivors?
Healing may be slow and not guaranteed for everyone.