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Moving on Quote by Anonymous

“Someone Once Said ; Letting go is like pulling a tooth. when it was pulled out, you're relieved, but how many times does your tongue run itself over the spot where the tooth once was? probably a hundred times a day. Just because it was not hurting you doesnt mean you did not notice it. it leaves a…” quote by Anonymous
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“Someone Once Said ; Letting go is like pulling a tooth. when it was pulled out, you're relieved, but how many times does your tongue run itself over the spot where the tooth once was? probably a hundred times a day. Just because it was not hurting you doesnt mean you did not notice it. it leaves a gap and sometimes you see yourself missing it terribly. its going to take a while, but it takes time.Should you have kept it? no. because it was causing to much pain. therefore . move on and let go.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Letting go of something painful brings relief but can leave lingering reminders that keep resurfacing.

In simple terms: Letting go feels good yet memories linger.

Key Takeaway

Accept relief, allow time for the gap to heal.

Themes

loss healing memory acceptance

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • breakups
  • career change
  • ending of a
  • moving on

Key Concepts

psychology grief attachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lingering reminders keep you from moving forward?
  • How can you gently ease the gap?
A Different Perspective

The lingering thoughts may hinder full recovery if not addressed.

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