Wise Words of Women

Ms. Daisy Turnbull

Dear Wakehurst,

I love collecting quotes! They don't take up any space, no need to dust, and they can be shared widely with no fear in them losing value. Especially quotes from female writers - be it characters, experiences, or observations.

So here are some of my faves, I hope they make you think and start collecting some of your own too!

Ms Turnbull

Claire Sestanovich in her New Yorker short story “Different People”

“Anger was like being trapped, like being in a crowded pool or a packed elevator, except the thing trapping you was you.”

Brene Brown

“Only when we know our own darkness well can we be there for the darkness of others”

Natalie Haynes – Pandora’s Jar

“The passive voice is a tremendous aid in avoiding responsibility. “I’m sorry I hurt you” can be heartfelt and sincere. “I’m sorry you were hurt” is a reason to boot someone out of your life and never see them again”