Quote by Emily Dickinson

After great pain, a formal feeling comes. The Nerves sit ceremonious, like tombs.


After great pain, a formal feeling comes. The Nerves sit cer

Summary

This quote by Emily Dickinson describes the aftermath of experiencing intense suffering or grief. It suggests that after going through immense pain, one may feel emotionally numb or detached from their emotions. The phrase "formal feeling" conveys a sense of decorum and restraint, implying that one might adopt a detached and composed demeanor as a coping mechanism. The comparison of nerves to "tombs" further emphasizes a sense of stillness or lifelessness, highlighting the emotional aftermath of enduring significant pain.

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