Hesitated Quote by Diana Gabaldon
““No. Ye loved him. I canna hold it against either of you that ye mourn him. And it gives me some comfort to know ..." He hesitated, and I reached up to smooth the rumpled hair off his face. "To know what?" "That should the need come, you might mourn for me that way," he said softly.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Outlander by Diana Gabaldon, 1991
A character offers comfort by sharing that mourning is natural, and the speaker gently eases his grief, showing empathy and emotional support.
In simple terms: Mourning is natural; empathy eases grief.
Key Takeaway
Offer gentle support to those who mourn.
Themes
grief
comfort
empathy
friendship
Mood
compassionate
supportive
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- funeral services
- personal loss
- counselling
- friendship moments
Key Concepts
psychology
human connection
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you provide comfort without overstepping?
- What does shared grief teach about connection?
A Different Perspective
Some may view mourning as private, resisting external comfort.
