Quote by Charles Henry Parkhurst

Sympathy is two hearts tugging at one load.

Sympathy is two hearts tugging at one load.

Summary

This quote suggests that sympathy brings together two individuals who share a common burden or struggle. It implies that when one person experiences empathy or compassion towards another's difficulties, there is a connection formed, represented by the tugging of the hearts. Sympathy implies a willingness to understand and support someone else's challenges, showing that this shared understanding can lighten the load and provide comfort and emotional support for both individuals involved in the exchange.

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