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Breathe Quote by Sue Monk Kidd

“Drifting off to sleep, I thought about her. How nobody is perfect. How you just have to close your eyes and breathe out and let the puzzle of the human heart be what it is.” quote by Sue Monk Kidd
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“Drifting off to sleep, I thought about her. How nobody is perfect. How you just have to close your eyes and breathe out and let the puzzle of the human heart be what it is.”

Sue Monk Kidd

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Secret Life of Bees, 2002

Love and imperfection are natural; breathing and acceptance let the heart’s mysteries unfold.

In simple terms: Love is imperfect; breathe.

Key Takeaway

Accept imperfection, breathe.

Themes

love imperfection mindfulness

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • relationship counseling
  • creative writing
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

psychology relationships spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with imperfect love?
  • What does breathing bring to emotional pain?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex emotional work.

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