“The bravest thing I ever did was continuing my life when I wanted to die.”
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If you're feeling Feeling Hopeless, this message can help break all-or-nothing thinking and remind you that healing can happen in small steps.
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About Juliette Lewis
Juliette Lewis's words are included because they speak to moments of emotional exhaustion, self-doubt, or grief in a grounded way.
These quotes are most useful when read slowly and revisited regularly, especially during difficult days.
View all quotes by Juliette LewisHow to use this quote
- Write it in your journal and add one sentence about why it resonates today.
- Set it as a lock-screen note for the next 24 hours.
- Read it out loud once in the morning and once at night.
- Share it with someone who may need support today.
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