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What does it mean?
The speaker refuses to let negative experiences harden them or destroy their emotions.
In plain terms
I will not let bad people or things make me cold or stop me from feeling.
What can you take from it?
Protect your emotions from becoming hardened by negativity.

Where it applies

  • facing hostility
  • dealing with criticism
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • setting boundaries
  • practicing empathy
  • self-reflection

Questions to consider

  • What keeps you from becoming cynical?
  • How do you protect your feelings?

Another view

Maintaining sensitivity can sometimes leave one vulnerable to harm.

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