Quote by Dennis Quaid

When you break up, your whole identity is shattered. It's like death.

When you break up, your whole identity is shattered. It's li

Summary

This quote highlights the emotional impact of a breakup. It suggests that when a romantic relationship ends, an individual's sense of self and their attachment to their former partner are profoundly disrupted, leading to feelings of loss and devastation. The comparison to death reveals the intensity of the emotional upheaval and the metaphorical death of the self as it was within the relationship. Overall, the quote acknowledges the immense emotional toll and sense of identity rupture that accompanies a breakup.

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By Dennis Quaid

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