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Grief walks upon the heels of pleasure; married in haste…

“Grief walks upon the heels of pleasure; married in haste, we repent at leisure.” quote by William Congreve
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“Grief walks upon the heels of pleasure; married in haste, we repent at leisure.”

William Congreve

About This Quote

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

Pleasure often leads to grief; hasty decisions bring later regret.

In simple terms: Quick joy can cause later sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Avoid rushing decisions.

Themes

pleasure grief regret impulsivity

Mood

reflective somber

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • financial choices
  • career moves

Key Concepts

consequences temporal contrast

Questions to Reflect On

  • What decisions have you rushed?
  • How can you pause before acting?
A Different Perspective

Rapid choices may lack foresight.

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