Grief Quote by Anne Lamott
“Grief, as I read somewhere once, is a lazy Susan. One day it is heavy and underwater, and the next day it spins and stops at loud and rageful, and the next day at wounded keening, and the next day numbness, silence.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Grief as a Lazy Susan” by Anne Lamott, 2005
Grief shifts unpredictably through heavy sorrow, anger, wailing, and numbness, reflecting its cyclical, ever‑changing nature.
In simple terms: Grief cycles through different intense emotions.
Key Takeaway
Accept grief’s fluidity and allow yourself to feel each stage.
Themes
grief
emotional cycles
acceptance
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
therapeutic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- journaling
- support groups
- mindful breathing
- art therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
trauma
healing
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotion are you currently experiencing?
- How can you honor each phase without judgment?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on one stage may cause resistance to other feelings.