Quote by John Green

I'm a grenade and at some point I'm going to blow up and I would like to minimize the casualties, okay?

I'm a grenade and at some point I'm going to blow up and I w

Summary

This quote conveys a sense of self-awareness and vulnerability. The speaker perceives themselves as a figurative grenade, representing the potential for emotional or psychological turmoil. They express a desire to minimize the negative impact their own issues may have on others, emphasizing their awareness of the potential damage they could cause. It implies a plea for understanding and compassion from others while acknowledging their own eventual self-destructive tendencies.

By John Green

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