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The exit from agony is always there. The tunnel out of the…

“The exit from agony is always there. The tunnel out of the agony sector is always in front of you and yet you don't take it. You don't take it by choice. You want to indulge a lot and be in pain. The easiest way out is to write a list of what you're grateful for. If everybody literally did that…” quote by Jim Carrey
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“The exit from agony is always there. The tunnel out of the agony sector is always in front of you and yet you don't take it. You don't take it by choice. You want to indulge a lot and be in pain. The easiest way out is to write a list of what you're grateful for. If everybody literally did that before they went to bed at night, there'd be no unhappy people.”

Jim Carrey

About This Quote

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

People often stay in suffering because they cling to it, but gratitude can shift focus and relieve pain.

In simple terms: Gratitude helps escape pain.

Key Takeaway

Write a gratitude list nightly.

Themes

mental health gratitude self‑care

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • nightly routine
  • therapy
  • stress relief
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you grateful for today?
  • How can gratitude change your perception of pain?
A Different Perspective

Gratitude alone may not solve deep trauma or depression.

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