Gaze Quote by Susan Stoker
““We need to get going too,” Moose informed them, standing and taking Penelope’s hand in his. “We do?” Penelope asked. “Yup. We need to talk.” “About what?” the other woman asked as she was dragged to the door. “About how something is up with you. About how you’ve been avoiding going inside buildings since you’ve been back from Turkey. About how you flinch from loud noises and about how you won’t talk to me about what’s going on with you.” The latter was said louder than was appropriate for the hospital setting, but the couple was gone before the last word finished echoing in the small room.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hospital Chronicles by Susan Stoker, 2023
A character confronts another about avoidance behaviors and emotional distress after a traumatic experience.
In simple terms: Someone is urging a friend to face their fears and talk about trauma.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open conversation about trauma.
Themes
mental health
trauma
communication
Mood
anxious
concerned
Type
dialogue
dramatic
When to use this quote
- hospital setting
- post‑war adjustment
- friendship support
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional avoidance
counseling
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears are you avoiding?
- How can you safely discuss trauma?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue may oversimplify complex PTSD symptoms.
