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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.” quote by Sue Monk Kidd
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““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.””

Sue Monk Kidd

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.

Key Takeaway

Listen and let emotions flow.

Themes

empathy communication emotional honesty

Mood

compassionate supportive

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • friendship
  • parenting
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

validation grief support

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you offered validation versus reassurance?
  • How does allowing pain help healing?
A Different Perspective

Some may prefer quick reassurance over deep listening.

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