Quote by William Blake

Excessive sorrow laughs. Excessive joy weeps.

Excessive sorrow laughs. Excessive joy weeps.

Summary

This quote captures the paradoxical way human emotions can often manifest. It suggests that extreme sorrow can sometimes become so overwhelming that it reaches a point where it seems so absurd that it turns into laughter. On the other hand, excessive joy can be so intensely felt that it overwhelms an individual to the point where tears are shed. This quote highlights the unpredictable and complex nature of emotions, reminding us that they can sometimes defy our expectations and conventional expressions.

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