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“Whatever he says, let his inner resolution be not to bear whatever comes to him, but to bear it ‘for a reasonable period’—and let the reasonable period be shorter than the trial is likely to last.” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““Whatever he says, let his inner resolution be not to bear whatever comes to him, but to bear it ‘for a reasonable period’—and let the reasonable period be shorter than the trial is likely to last.””

C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942

Advocates measured endurance: bear hardships only for a reasonable time, not indefinitely.

In simple terms: Endure hardships briefly, not forever.

Key Takeaway

Set limits on suffering.

Themes

patience resilience moderation

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • legal battles
  • health crises

Key Concepts

theology human psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How long is a “reasonable period”?
  • When should we let go?
A Different Perspective

Suffering may be necessary for growth.

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