--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I know how it feels like to be hold and…" description: "\"“I know how it feels like to be hold and not be held. I know how it feels like to have arms wrapped around me, yet feel cold. I know what it’s like to ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/813/tina-masatu-102323_broken-pieces_i-know-how-it-feels-like-to-be-hold-and_2966851.jpg" --- # I know how it feels like to be hold and not be held. I… ![“I know how it feels like to be hold and not be held. I know how it feels like to have arms wrapped around me, yet feel cold. I know what it’s like to reject the complete me for the broken pieces of a we.” quote by Tina Masatu](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/813/tina-masatu-102323_broken-pieces_i-know-how-it-feels-like-to-be-hold-and_2966851.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/813/tina-masatu-102323_broken-pieces_i-know-how-it-feels-like-to-be-hold-and_2966851.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/813/tina-masatu-102323_broken-pieces_i-know-how-it-feels-like-to-be-hold-and_2966851.jpg) > ““I know how it feels like to be hold and not be held. I know how it feels like to have arms wrapped around me, yet feel cold. I know what it’s like to reject the complete me for the broken pieces of a we.”” [Tina Masatu](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/tina-masatu/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Feeling emotionally cold despite seeking intimacy reveals deep inner brokenness and self-rejection. **In simple terms:** Coldness persists despite desire for closeness. Key Takeaway Heal inner wounds, accept yourself. Themes emotional health self-acceptance intimacy vulnerability healing Mood melancholic hopeful Type psychological advice When to use this quote - therapy - support groups - personal reflection Key Concepts psychology self-compassion mindfulness Questions to Reflect On - What parts of self feel broken? - How can you nurture self-love? 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