Sunshine Quote by Emily Brontë
““Catherine's face was just like the landscape—shadows and sunshine flitting over it in rapid succession; but the shadows rested longer, and the sunshine was more transient.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Wuthering Heights, 1847
A person’s emotions shift quickly like light and shadow, but darker moods linger longer than fleeting joy.
In simple terms: Emotions change fast, but sadness stays.
Accept and balance both light and dark feelings.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- creative writing
- mental health
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor both light and shadow in yourself?
- What helps you savor fleeting joy?
May overlook the value of brief happiness.