All things Quote by Fay Weldon
“To the happy all things come: happiness can even bring the dead back to life. It is our resentments, our dreariness, our hate and envy, unrecognized by us, which keeps us miserable. Yet these things are in our heads, not out of our hands; we own them. We can throw them out if we choose.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Life and Loves of a She-Devil, Fay Weldon, 1983
Happiness attracts more positivity, while unexamined negative emotions trap us in misery; we can release them by conscious choice.
In simple terms: Positive mindset draws good; negative thoughts imprison us.
Key Takeaway
Choose to release resentment and cultivate joy.
Themes
happiness
mental health
self‑control
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace stress
- mental health therapy
- daily meditation
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions are you holding onto unknowingly?
- How can you practice letting go each day?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting to address deep‑seated resentment can cause recurring distress.
