Crying Quote by Sue Monk Kidd
““She didn’t say, Come on now, stop your crying, everything’s going to be okay, which is the automatic thing people say when they want you to shut up. She said, “It hurts, I know it does. Let it out. Just let it out.””
About This Quote
Instead of offering empty reassurance, she validates the pain and encourages honest emotional release.
In simple terms: Validate feelings, don’t just soothe.
Listen and let emotions flow.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- friendship
- parenting
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you offered validation versus reassurance?
- How does allowing pain help healing?
Some may prefer quick reassurance over deep listening.