We flatter those we scarcely know, We please the fleeting…
“We flatter those we scarcely know, We please the fleeting guest; And deal full many a thoughtless blow, To those who love us best. Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone; For the sad old earth must borrow its mirth, But has trouble enough of its own. There is new strength, repose of mind, and inspiration in fresh apparel.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She contrasts public joy with private sorrow, urging resilience and renewal.
In simple terms: Public laughter vs. private tears; seek strength.
Key Takeaway
Find inner strength and renew yourself.
Themes
resilience
empathy
loneliness
renewal
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- community support
Key Concepts
emotional cycles
social masks
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you support others in sorrow?
- What rituals renew your spirit?
A Different Perspective
Public joy can mask inner pain.