Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

Grief at the absence of a loved one is happiness compared to life with a person one hates.

Grief at the absence of a loved one is happiness compared to

Summary

This quote suggests that the sorrow experienced from the absence of a loved one is still preferable to the misery of being around someone one despises. It implies that the pain of missing someone is milder compared to the negative emotions, conflicts, and unhappiness generated by being in the company of someone who is deeply disliked. It highlights the significance of healthy relationships and weaves a perspective that grieves what is lost but underscores the importance of avoiding toxic and harmful connections.

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Grief Grieving

By Jean de la Bruyere

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