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It has been said, ‘time heals all wounds.’ I do not agree…

“It has been said, ‘time heals all wounds.’ I do not agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind, protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens. But it is never gone. —Rose Kennedy.” quote by Aleatha Romig
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““It has been said, ‘time heals all wounds.’ I do not agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind, protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens. But it is never gone. —Rose Kennedy.””

Aleatha Romig

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Time may dull pain but never fully erase deep emotional wounds; healing is a gradual, incomplete process.

In simple terms: Time eases but doesn't erase deep hurt.

Key Takeaway

Accept lingering pain and seek supportive healing.

Themes

grief healing psychology resilience

Mood

somber reflective empathetic

Type

philosophical inspirational personal.

When to use this quote

  • loss of loved one
  • trauma recovery
  • long‑term grief
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

scar tissue mind protection emotional processing

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lingering wounds still affect you?
  • How can you support others in their healing?
A Different Perspective

Some may find acceptance without confronting lingering pain.

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