Depression Quote by Emma Forrest
““The sadness ― the general sadness that squats and pees inside my brain ― isn't over. It never will be. I know how best to chase it away, though. It usually works. Sometimes it doesn't. But I pray and say, fuck it, then. I choose this. It chooses me. I choose it back.””
About This Quote
The narrator acknowledges persistent sadness, chooses to confront it, and uses prayer and defiant affirmation to manage it.
In simple terms: Sadness is constant; confronting it helps.
Key Takeaway
Accept and actively address your sadness.
Themes
mental health
resilience
spirituality
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- daily routine
- self‑talk
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑acceptance
coping strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- What coping mechanisms work for you?
- How does acceptance change your experience?
A Different Perspective
Denial can prolong suffering.
