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“the lonely evening sound of the mothers, saying it is not our fault that we weep so, it is nature’s fault that makes us first full, then empty.” quote by Edna O'Brien
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““the lonely evening sound of the mothers, saying it is not our fault that we weep so, it is nature’s fault that makes us first full, then empty.””

Edna O'Brien

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Lonely Evening" from the collection "A Pagan Place", 1970

Grief feels natural, yet we blame external forces rather than our own emotions.

In simple terms: We blame nature for our sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Own your feelings.

Themes

grief self‑blame nature

Mood

somber reflective empathetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • journaling
  • support groups

Key Concepts

emotional processing acceptance existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we externalize pain?
  • How can we accept sorrow?
A Different Perspective

Denial hinders healing.

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