Quote by Dorothy Parker

It's not the tragedies that kill us, it's the messes.

It's not the tragedies that kill us, it's the messes.

Summary

This quote suggests that the real danger lies not in the unfortunate events or tragedies that befall us, but in the aftermath and chaos they create. It implies that the aftermath or mess left behind by these events can be more detrimental to our well-being and ability to cope than the events themselves. It emphasizes the importance of handling and resolving any resulting chaos, complications, or entanglements in order to heal and move forward.

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By Dorothy Parker

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