This is what happens when nice people are pushed too far. We give too many chances, and so when we've finally had enough, we are well and truly done. When a nice person shuts a door on you, it's shut for good.

... But then again, a person could turn ugly. Their actual look could change when their actions were repulsive.

This is what I know. Don't settle for 40, 50, or even 80 percent. A relationship-it shouldn't be too small or too tight or even a little scratchy. It shouldn't take up space in your closet out of guilty conscience or convenience or a moment of desire. Do you hear me? It shold be perfect for you. It should be lasting. Wait. wait for 100 percent.

Empathy took the edge off, and the truth is, we need our edge. Our edge is trying to speak to us, and we are too, too good at shutting it up.

Then again, what are liars if not great magicians?

Sometimes good choices are really bad ones, wrapped up in so much fear you can't even see straight.

You look so good," I say, and s***! Oh god, that's not what I meant. S***! "It looks good. The book.