Loved Quote by Susannah Cahalan
““I had asked him many times why he stayed, and he always said the same thing: “Because I love you, and I wanted to, and I knew you were in there.” No matter how damaged I had been, he had loved me enough to still see me somewhere inside.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish, 2017
Love can persist despite deep personal wounds, seeing the essential humanity in another even when they feel broken.
In simple terms: Love endures despite damage.
Recognize and cherish the core of people beyond their scars.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- therapy
- support groups
- recovering from trauma
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance caring for others with protecting your own wellbeing?
- What signs indicate love is truly healthy?
Love may be idealized and not always reciprocated, leading to dependency.