Quote by Moliere

If you suppress grief too much, it can well redouble.

If you suppress grief too much, it can well redouble.

Summary

This quote suggests that when grief is repressed or suppressed, it has the potential to intensify or amplify. By attempting to avoid or hide our sorrow, we may inadvertently allow it to grow stronger. It implies the importance of acknowledging and expressing one's emotions in a healthy manner instead of bottling them up, as this may lead to long-term emotional strain. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes the potential consequences of denying grief and the need for addressing it openly and appropriately.

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Sympathy

By Moliere

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