You have a will of steel And a heart of glass. Brittle and cold
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes someone as having a strong will but a fragile, cold heart.
- In plain terms
- You are strong in will but weak and cold in heart.
- What can you take from it?
- Strength without warmth can lead to isolation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is your heart too cold?
Another view
Coldness can be a necessary defense.
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