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“Over the years Alois had learnt that most women wear their good humour boldly like a coloured cloth, all the while carrying their tears stored away like water in a pot on their heads. For days, weeks even, they walk steadily and not a drop will fall. Then one day there will be a stone on the path…” quote by Anonymous
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““Over the years Alois had learnt that most women wear their good humour boldly like a coloured cloth, all the while carrying their tears stored away like water in a pot on their heads. For days, weeks even, they walk steadily and not a drop will fall. Then one day there will be a stone on the path and the next thing you know the pot has broken at your feet and water has gone everywhere. Of course, then there were women who didn’t even bother putting the water up there in the first place. They simply threw it straight at you to save time.””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Women often conceal deep sorrow behind a cheerful exterior, releasing it abruptly when a trigger breaks their composure.

In simple terms: Hidden sadness can erupt suddenly when a breaking point is reached.

Key Takeaway

Recognize signs before emotional overflow.

Themes

emotions gender social masks

Mood

empathetic thoughtful

Type

observational advice

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

psychological resilience emotional labor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signals suggest hidden distress?
  • How can you support someone before a breakdown?
A Different Perspective

Not all women conceal pain; some express it directly.

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