Quote by Walker Percy

Since grief only aggravates your loss, grieve not for what is past.

Since grief only aggravates your loss, grieve not for what i

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This quote suggests that there is no benefit to mourning or grieving over what has already happened or cannot be changed. It implies that dwelling on past losses or tragedies will only intensify the pain and offer no constructive solutions. Instead, it encourages individuals to accept what has occurred and focus on moving forward rather than becoming consumed by grief.

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