Abandonment Quote by Sue Thoele
“Fear-of not being loved, of abandonment, of being thought to be selfish-is the main thing that keeps us vulnerable and bound in the chains of emotional dependence. Therefore, our two most difficult challenges are to truly believe it is okay for us to be ourselves and to learn to live with, move through, and heal our fears.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Emotional Resilience, Sue Thoele, 2019
Fear of abandonment and selfishness fuels emotional dependence; overcoming requires self‑acceptance and learning to sit with fear.
In simple terms: Fear traps us in dependence.
Key Takeaway
Embrace self‑acceptance.
Themes
vulnerability
self‑acceptance
emotional health
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
Type
self‑help
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal growth
- relationship building
- parenting
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑help
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears limit your authenticity?
- How can you practice self‑compassion daily?
A Different Perspective
Fear may persist despite effort.
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