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“When the wound/ No longer hurts/ The scar does.” quote by Bertolt Brecht
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“When the wound/ No longer hurts/ The scar does.”

Bertolt Brecht

About This Quote

Source Play: The Good Person of Szechwan, 1943

Physical pain fades, yet the emotional scar remains, reminding us of lasting impact.

In simple terms: Pain ends, scars stay.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge lingering emotional wounds.

Themes

pain memory trauma

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

dramatic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • relationship loss
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology healing legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with lingering scars?
  • Can scars teach resilience?
A Different Perspective

Scars can become sources of strength if processed.

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