Bits Quote by C. S. Lewis
“The great thing with unhappy times is to take them bit by bit, hour by hour, like an illness. It is seldom the present, the exact present, that is unbearable.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, 1942
Unhappiness can be managed by breaking it into small, manageable moments, preventing it from overwhelming us.
In simple terms: Deal with distress piece by piece.
Focus on present moments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stressful work periods
- personal loss
- health crises
- daily anxiety
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice mindful pauses during crises?
- What small steps help you regain control when overwhelmed?
Fragmenting pain may ignore underlying causes that need holistic attention.