"I don’t want to be in pain anymore. I want to be done, to be left unburdened and naked, to tear the hurt off my body like layers of clothes. At the end of the trail I stop and bend forward, hands on my knees, to catch my breath. I’m not healed, but for this moment, I’m better."
About Kerry Cohen
Kerry Cohen — Life and Legacy
Kerry Cohen is a prominent author whose work delves into the complexities of love and personal resilience. In her memoir 'Loose Girl', she candidly shares her struggles with identity and relationships, providing readers with an intimate look at her journey. Cohen's core philosophy revolves around the idea that vulnerability is not a weakness but a pathway to deeper connections. She articulates this through her poignant quotes, such as her reflection on being loved for her true self, which underscores the necessity of authenticity in relationships. By challenging societal norms around love and self-worth, Cohen invites readers to embrace their imperfections. Her insights remain relevant today, resonating with those navigating their own emotional landscapes, and encouraging a more honest dialogue about love and resilience.
Quote collection
Kerry Cohen quotes
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"I heard that the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else."
"I often say we have a lot to learn from men regarding friendships. They tend to be less crazy about their friendships. They don't care if you don't call them back. They don't get hung up on who you're dating. I love men! But I also love women. There is richness in both types of friendships."
"Artist colonies are notorious for breaking up marriages and housing affairs."
"As clichéd as it sounds, relationships between women do shape so much of our understandings of ourselves, starting with our mothers. I think all women can relate to the feeling of having merged with best friends. We begin to look alike, talk alike, even take on the same mannerisms. They are as close as family. We give a lot of attention to the heterosexual, nuclear family, but our friends determine as much, I bet, of who we are, how we feel, and how we behave."
"Being alone feels more honest."
"Not being able to live without someone is not love. It's need."