Hearts can break. Yes. Hearts can break. Sometimes I think it would be better if we died when they did, but we don't.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Heartbreak can feel so severe that death seems preferable.
- In plain terms
- Heartbreak hurts so much you might wish to die.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge the deep pain of heartbreak.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Have you ever wished to die from heartbreak?
- How do you survive emotional pain?
Another view
Death is not always a preferable option to pain.
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