Control myself Quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay
““I will control myself, or go inside. I will not flaw perfection with my grief. Handsome, this day: no matter who has died.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “First Fig” (or similar) by Edna St. Vincent Millay, 1920
The speaker vows self‑discipline, refusing to let sorrow mar an ideal moment, and declares resolve regardless of loss.
In simple terms: Control yourself, don’t let grief ruin perfection.
Key Takeaway
Choose discipline over despair.
Themes
self‑control
grief
resolution
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- creative work
- mourning
- decision making
Key Concepts
Stoicism
existential resolve
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance grief with purpose?
- What does “perfection” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May ignore lingering pain hinder long‑term healing.
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