Feeling Quote by C.S. Lewis
““Do I hope that if feeling disguises itself as thought I shall feel less?””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Problem of Pain, C.S. Lewis, 1940
The quote questions whether disguising feelings as thoughts reduces emotional intensity, suggesting that intellectualizing does not diminish feeling.
In simple terms: Thinking about feelings doesn’t lessen them.
Key Takeaway
Don’t mask emotions with analysis.
Themes
emotion
thought
self-deception
Mood
introspective
analytical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- writing
- meditation
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
cognitive distortion
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you use thoughts to avoid feeling?
- What happens when you name the feeling?
A Different Perspective
Over‑analysis can intensify distress; some feelings need acknowledgment, not rationalization.
