Quote by Charles Dickens

Suffering has been stronger than all other teaching, and has taught me to understand what your heart used to be. I have been bent and broken, but - I hope - into a better shape.

Suffering has been stronger than all other teaching, and has

Summary

This quote suggests that through suffering and hardship, the speaker has gained a deeper understanding of themselves and others. The intense pain experienced has acted as a profound teacher, allowing them to empathize and comprehend the emotional state they once possessed. Although the speaker acknowledges feeling distorted and shattered, there is a glimmer of optimism as they express hope in their transformation, suggesting that suffering has the potential to shape them into a stronger and improved version of themselves.

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Life Heart Growth Suffering

By Charles Dickens

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