Cheat Quote by Adelaide Anne Procter
“Do no cheat thy Heart and tell her, 'Grief will pass away.'”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Heart's Lament, 1865
Grief is temporary, but we must not promise it will vanish quickly.
In simple terms: Grief won't just disappear.
Accept grief's duration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- comforting others
- writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What honest words can you offer?
- How do you support someone grieving?
People may feel dismissed by false reassurance.