Quote by Kaleel Jamison
Relationships-of all kinds-are like sand held in your hand. Held loosely, with an open hand, the sand remains where it is. The minute you close your hand and squeeze tightly to hold on, the sand trickles through your fingers. You may hold onto some of it, but most will be spilled. A relationship is like that. Held loosely, with respect and freedom for the other person, it is likely to remain intact. But hold too tightly, too possessively, and the relationship slips away and is lost.
Summary
This quote uses the metaphor of holding sand to explain that relationships require a balance of trust, respect, and freedom. If you approach a relationship with an open hand, giving the other person space and allowing them to be their own individual, the relationship has a greater chance of thriving. However, if you become possessive and try to control or hold onto the other person tightly, the relationship will slip away and ultimately be lost. It emphasizes the importance of allowing relationships to unfold naturally and not suffocating them with excessive possessiveness.
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Relationships
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