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Crying Quote by Charles Dickens

“It opens the lungs, washes the countenance, exercises the eyes, and softens down the temper, said Mr. Bumble. So cry away.” quote by Charles Dickens
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““It opens the lungs, washes the countenance, exercises the eyes, and softens down the temper, said Mr. Bumble. So cry away.””

Charles Dickens

About This Quote

Source Novel: Bleak House, 1853

A character humorously claims that crying benefits health, suggesting emotional release improves physical well‑being.

In simple terms: Crying is good for health and temperament.

Key Takeaway

Allow yourself emotional expression for wellbeing.

Themes

health emotion well‑being humor literature

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • stress relief
  • mental health practice
  • creative writing
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

psychosomatic health emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does emotional release become harmful?
  • How to balance expression with resilience?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on crying may not replace other health practices.

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