Anger repressed can poison a relationship as surely as the crudest words.
Joyce BrothersRead
Being taken for granted can be a compliment. It means that you've become a comfortable, trusted element in another person's life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being taken for granted indicates that you are valued and trusted in someone's life.
This quote by Joyce Brothers highlights the paradoxical nature of being taken for granted. It suggests that when someone feels comfortable and secure enough to overlook our efforts or presence, it can be seen as a sign of trust and deep connection, implying that we have established a significant role in their life. Instead of feeling undervalued, one should recognize this as an acknowledgment of their importance in that person's world.
Themes
TrustRelationshipsValueComplimentComfort
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of strong relationships, one might quote this to highlight the comfort that comes with deep connections.
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