Quote by V.E. Schwab
““It was better not to care—Lila tried not to care—but sometimes, people got in. Like a knife against armor, they found the cracks, slid past the guard, and you didn’t know how deep they were buried until they were gone and you were bleeding on the floor.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Vicious, V.E. Schwab, 2013
A person tries to stay emotionally detached, but others can still find and exploit hidden vulnerabilities, causing deep pain.
In simple terms: Trying not to care can still leave you exposed to hidden hurts.
Key Takeaway
Guard your inner wounds.
Themes
vulnerability
trust
emotional armor
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- relationships
- workplace
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
human connection
pain
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when you’re truly safe?
- What boundaries protect you from hidden harm?
A Different Perspective
Even with armor, emotional cracks can be discovered unexpectedly.
