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“I know it hurts," she said. "So make it worth the pain." "How?" "By not letting go," she said softly. "By holding on, to anger, to hope, or whatever it is that keeps you fighting." You, he thought.” quote by V.E. Schwab
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““I know it hurts," she said. "So make it worth the pain." "How?" "By not letting go," she said softly. "By holding on, to anger, to hope, or whatever it is that keeps you fighting." You, he thought.””

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About This Quote

Source Novel: *The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue* by V.E. Schwab, 2020

A character advises turning pain into purpose, urging to hold onto emotions like anger or hope to fuel continued fighting.

In simple terms: Transform pain into purpose by holding onto what drives you.

Key Takeaway

Use pain as fuel for perseverance.

Themes

resilience purpose emotions determination

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • recovering from loss
  • overcoming trauma
  • goal setting
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

psychology motivation survival

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotion fuels your perseverance?
  • Can you let go of pain without losing drive?
A Different Perspective

Holding onto negative emotions can be harmful.

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