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“But thinking never took away tears. Only time did.” quote by Allan Folsom
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““But thinking never took away tears. Only time did.””

Allan Folsom

About This Quote

Source Book: The Last Goodbye by Allan Folsom, 1999

Thoughts alone cannot erase emotional pain; only the passage of time can heal sorrow.

In simple terms: Thinking doesn't stop tears; time does.

Key Takeaway

Allow time to soothe grief.

Themes

grief healing time emotions

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • bereavement
  • breakups
  • loss
  • trauma recovery

Key Concepts

psychology emotional processing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you let time help you heal?
  • What practices can ease grief while waiting?
A Different Perspective

Time may not erase memories, only dull their intensity.

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