Touched Quote by Tony Kushner
““I think, if you touch me, your hand might fall off or something. Worse things have happened to people who have touched me.””
About This Quote
Source Play: "Angels in America" (dialogue)
A warning that touching the speaker could cause harm, implying danger or past trauma.
In simple terms: Touch may cause injury.
Key Takeaway
Respect personal boundaries and heed warnings.
Themes
danger
boundaries
trauma
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
dramatic
warning
When to use this quote
- interpersonal interactions
- conflict resolution
- trust building
Key Concepts
psychological safety
personal space
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you feel threatened by contact?
- How can you communicate boundaries safely?
A Different Perspective
May be hyperbolic, not literal.
![“Things sacred should not only be touched with the hands, but unviolated in thought. [Lat., Res sacros non modo manibus attingi, sed ne cogitatione quidem violari fas fuit.]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/deb/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_hands_things-sacred-should-not-only-be-touched_11960.jpg)
