Nice things Quote by Elizabeth Goudge
““Though her head was aching too much for her to reason with herself, she could think of nice things - the Cumberland hills, her lambs, her Nannie, who had taught her this trick of detachment. "When you're sick or sorry, child" she had said, "think of other things as much as you are able. It's just practice, Start young and you'll get the trick of it." And most astonishingly, after a little while of going back to childhood and remembering Nannie in her blue print dress, with her white apron on and her sleeves rolled up, turning on the bath-water and humming a little song as she did it, she fell asleep.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Little White Horse by Elizabeth Goudge, 1946
When pain overwhelms, recalling comforting memories and learned coping tricks can soothe the mind and invite rest.
In simple terms: Remembering loved ones and simple joys eases suffering.
Key Takeaway
Use memory to calm distress.
Themes
comfort
memory
coping
healing
Mood
soothing
reflective
Type
narrative
inspirational
When to use this quote
- illness
- grief
- stress
- nighttime anxiety
- sleep difficulties
Key Concepts
detachment
mindfulness
self‑soothing
Questions to Reflect On
- What memory brings you calm?
- How can you create new soothing rituals?
A Different Perspective
May not work if memories trigger sadness instead of peace.
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