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I was so overprotected, I used to think I was as delicate as people said I was
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"I was so overprotected, I used to think I was as delicate as people said I was"

- Natalie Wood

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This quote by Natalie Wood speaks to the concept of being overprotected and the impact it can have on one's self-perception. It recommends that when someone is overprotected, they may begin to believe the messages they are receiving from those around them, even if those messages are not real. In this case, Natalie Wood was told she was fragile, and she began to think it. This quote speaks with the power of words and how they can form our beliefs about ourselves. It likewise speaks to the significance of bearing in mind the messages we send to those around us, as they can have a long lasting impact. Eventually, this quote works as a pointer that we need to take care with the words we utilize and the messages we send out, as they can shape the way someone views themselves.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Natalie Wood between July 20, 1938 and November 29, 1981. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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