Cheerful Quote by C. S. Lewis
“Humility, after the first shock, is cheerful virtue.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: The Screwtape Letters, 1942, private correspondence
He suggests that after an initial shock, humility becomes a joyful virtue.
In simple terms: Humility follows shock, bringing cheerfulness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility after setbacks.
Themes
humility
virtue
resilience
spiritual growth
Mood
thoughtful
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- recovery phases
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
psychology of humility
moral development
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility differ from low self‑esteem?
- What practices nurture humble joy?
A Different Perspective
Humility can be mistaken for self‑deprecation.
![“It's sad if people think that's (homemaking) a dull existance, [but] you can't just buy an apartment and furnish it and walk away. It's the flowers you choose, the music you play, the smile you have waiting. I want it to be gay and cheerful, a haven in this troubled world. I don't want my husband…” quote by Audrey Hepburn](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/516/audrey-hepburn-1706_apartment_it-s-sad-if-people-think-that-s-homemaki_83485.jpg)
