Quote by Lucius Annaeus Seneca

The display of grief makes more demands than grief itself. How few men are sad in their own company.

The display of grief makes more demands than grief itself. H

Summary

This quote suggests that publicly expressing grief can feel like a burdensome obligation, requiring more effort and energy than the sorrow itself. It highlights the fact that very few individuals are truly pensive or sorrowful when they are alone. Implying that in the presence of others, people may feel compelled to put on a display of sadness, even if it doesn't genuinely reflect their inner emotions.

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By Lucius Annaeus Seneca

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