Don't make things worse, thinking it hurts more than you are really feeling.
The quote from John Boyne's book, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, advises against making situations worse by overestimating pain. It suggests that our fears and worries often feel more intense than they truly are, and that accepting this can help us manage difficult moments better. Recognizing that our suffering might not be as overwhelming as we think is a way to find strength and clarity.
"Don't make things worse, thinking...