Quote by Paulo Coelho

Waiting is painful. Forgetting is painful. But not knowing which to do is the worse kind of suffering.

Waiting is painful. Forgetting is painful. But not knowing w

Summary

This quote explores the distress that can arise when faced with uncertainty. Waiting for something, whether it be an answer, a resolution, or a change, can be agonizing. However, forgetting, or letting go of hope, can also bring about pain. The quote suggests that the worst kind of suffering lies in the ambiguity of not knowing whether to continue waiting or to try and forget. The inner turmoil caused by this dilemma can be deeply unsettling and emotionally challenging.

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