Quote by Jodi Picoult

You don't need water to feel like you're drowning, do you?

You don't need water to feel like you're drowning, do you?

Summary

This quote suggests that feeling overwhelmed or suffocated does not always require a literal circumstance like drowning in water. It implies that one can experience a deep sense of emotional, psychological, or mental distress, even without a tangible cause. It reminds us that distress can manifest internally, portraying the intensity of emotions that can be experienced despite the absence of physical danger. Ultimately, the quote provokes thought about the complex nature of human emotions and the weight they can have on our well-being.

By Jodi Picoult

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