Skip to content

I think when tragedy occurs, it presents a choice. You can…

“I think when tragedy occurs, it presents a choice. You can give in to the void: the emptiness that fills your heart, your lungs, constricts your ability to think or even breathe. Or you can try to find meaning.” quote by Sheryl Sandberg
Download Open image
“I think when tragedy occurs, it presents a choice. You can give in to the void: the emptiness that fills your heart, your lungs, constricts your ability to think or even breathe. Or you can try to find meaning.”

Sheryl Sandberg

About This Quote

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

Tragedy forces a choice between succumbing to emptiness or seeking meaning.

In simple terms: In loss, choose despair or find purpose.

Key Takeaway

Seek purpose when faced with hardship.

Themes

tragedy choice meaning

Mood

hopeful resolute

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • personal crisis
  • career loss
  • health challenges

Key Concepts

psychology existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives you hope during painful times?
  • How can you transform emptiness into purpose?
A Different Perspective

Finding meaning may be difficult without support.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Sheryl Sandberg

Explore all 557 Sheryl Sandberg quotes

More Emptiness quotes

Browse all 1,374 Emptiness quotes