Depression Quote by Daniel Defoe
““I had great Reason to consider it as a Determination of Heaven, that in this desolate Place, and in this desolate Manner I should end my life; the Tears would run plentifully down my Face when I made these Reflections, and sometimes I would expostulate with myself, Why Providence should thus compleately ruine its Creatures, and render them so absolutely miserable, so without Help abandon'd, so entirely depress'd, that it could be hardly rational to be thankful for such a Life.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Robinson Crusoe, 1719
The speaker laments existential despair, questioning why Providence allows such suffering, yet struggles to find gratitude.
In simple terms: He wonders why life is so painful and doubts gratitude.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaning beyond suffering.
Themes
existential
despair
faith
gratitude
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- therapy sessions
- spiritual reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
philosophy
theodicy
mental health
Questions to Reflect On
- What small things can you appreciate now?
- How does questioning fate affect resilience?
A Different Perspective
Gratitude may feel impossible in deep anguish.
