Bed Quote by Edmund Vance Cooke
“You may batter your way through the thick of the fray, You may sweat, you may swear, you may grunt; You may be a jack-fool, if you must, but this rule Should ever be kept at the front;-- Don't fight with your pillow, but lay down your head And kick every worriment out of the bed.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown collection, early 20th century
Persevere through hardship, but also rest and release worries to maintain mental health.
In simple terms: Push forward but also rest and let go of worries.
Key Takeaway
Balance effort with rest.
Themes
resilience
rest
mental health
Mood
encouraging
calming
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- combat stress
- nighttime anxiety
- personal challenges
Key Concepts
stress management
determination
self-care
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits help you release worries before sleep?
- How do you know when to fight and when to rest?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize struggle without addressing underlying causes.
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