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Companionship Quote by Sylvia Plath

“How we need that security. How we need another soul to cling to, another body to keep us warm. To rest and trust; to give your soul in confidence: I need this, I need someone to pour myself into.” quote by Sylvia Plath
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““How we need that security. How we need another soul to cling to, another body to keep us warm. To rest and trust; to give your soul in confidence: I need this, I need someone to pour myself into.””

Sylvia Plath

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unnamed, 1960s

A yearning for deep emotional security and intimacy, seeking someone to share and trust with fully.

In simple terms: Needing a trusted, close companion.

Key Takeaway

Seek genuine, supportive relationships.

Themes

loneliness trust intimacy

Mood

reflective longing

Type

emotional introspective

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • romantic partnership
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

vulnerability emotional dependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can you trust without losing yourself?
  • How do you balance dependence and independence?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on another may limit self‑reliance.

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