Break Quote by Wendell Berry
“It is to be broken. It is to be torn open. It is not to be reached and come to rest in ever. I turn against you, I break from you, I turn to you. We hurt, and are hurt, and have each other for healing. It is healing. It is never whole.”
About This Quote
The passage explores brokenness, mutual pain, and the ongoing, imperfect process of healing together.
In simple terms: Healing is shared, never complete, and requires mutual effort.
Embrace imperfect healing with others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- counseling
- conflict resolution
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we support each other’s healing realistically?
- What limits exist in seeking wholeness?
It may romanticize suffering without addressing practical solutions.