Quote by Andre Dubus

What cracks had he left in their hearts? Did they love less now and settle for less in return, as they held onto parts of themselves they did not want to give and lose again? Or - and he wished this - did they love more fully because they had survived pain, so no longer feared it?

What cracks had he left in their hearts? Did they love less

Summary

This quote reflects on the potential effects of emotional scars and past heartbreaks on our capacity to love. It questions whether these cracked hearts lead individuals to love less and settle for less in fear of getting hurt again, or if they instead love more profoundly because they have experienced and overcome pain. It considers the idea that surviving hardships can empower individuals to embrace vulnerability, thereby allowing them to love more fully without the fear of future pain.

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Hope Love Pain Divorce

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