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“With old and young great sorrow is followed by a sleepless night, and with the old great joy is as disturbing; but you, I suppose, finds happiness more natural and its rest is not disturbed by it.” quote by W. Somerset Maugham
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““With old and young great sorrow is followed by a sleepless night, and with the old great joy is as disturbing; but you, I suppose, finds happiness more natural and its rest is not disturbed by it.””

W. Somerset Maugham

About This Quote

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

Old age brings joy without anxiety, while youth suffers restless sorrow.

In simple terms: Old age is peaceful; youth is restless.

Key Takeaway

Seek calm in later years.

Themes

age joy anxiety

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • retirement
  • parenting
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology life stages

Questions to Reflect On

  • What brings you peace now?
  • How can youth find calm?
A Different Perspective

Youthful energy can also bring fulfillment.

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