Quote by Conor Oberst

I've cried, and you'd think I'd be better for it, but the sadness just sleeps, and it stays in my spine the rest of my life.

I've cried, and you'd think I'd be better for it, but the sa

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This quote expresses the lingering effects of deep sadness. Despite shedding tears, the individual finds that the sadness remains within them, residing in their core and haunting them throughout their lifetime. It acknowledges that crying alone does not necessarily provide immediate relief or healing. The quote suggests that the pain become a permanent part of their being, symbolized by its residence in their spine, reflecting the lasting impact that sadness can have on a person's emotional state and overall well-being.

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