“You don't get to choose if you get hurt in this world, but you do have some say in who hurts you”
— John Green
Simplified Meaning:
In life, we can't always avoid getting hurt. Painful events and feelings happen to everyone at some point. However, we do have some control over who is close to us and who might cause that pain. Imagine you're making new friends; you can't always tell if someone will eventually hurt you, but you can decide who to trust and let into your life. For example, if someone has been unkind or dishonest to you, you can choose not to spend time with that person anymore. By being careful about who we allow into our inner circle, we can try to surround ourselves with those who treat us well. It’s like planting a garden—you can't control the weather, but you can choose which plants to care for. Making good choices about the people in our lives gives us a bit of power in a world full of uncertainties and potential hurts.
