Adulthood Quote by Antonella Gambotto-Burke
““I remember everything,' Bette Midler flatly notes. 'But you know how in life, you tend to hold grudges? Well, I don’t do that any more. Bad, bad stuff. I did as a young person, but it just wore me out. Oh, it really did! How many times can you wake up in the middle of the night gnashing your teeth? It’s so boring. Give it up!””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015
Holding onto resentment exhausts you; letting go frees you and improves wellbeing.
In simple terms: Letting go of grudges eases mental strain.
Release grudges to regain peace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- nighttime anxiety
- relationship conflict
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What grudges still linger for you?
- How might forgiveness change your daily mood?
Forgiveness can be difficult if the offense was severe.