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“Great sorrows have no leisure to complain: Least ills vent forth, great griefs within remain.” quote by William Goffe
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“Great sorrows have no leisure to complain: Least ills vent forth, great griefs within remain.”

William Goffe

About This Quote

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

Great grief leaves no time for complaint; minor troubles are expressed, but deep sorrow stays hidden.

In simple terms: Serious sorrow is silent, minor complaints are voiced.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge hidden deep grief.

Themes

grief silence expression

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • personal journaling
  • support groups

Key Concepts

emotional restraint inner turmoil

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people hide deep grief?
  • How can we create space for expressing serious sorrow?
A Different Perspective

Might downplay the need to express profound pain.

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