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Cure Quote by George Herbert

“Hee that bewailes himselfe hath the cure in his hands.” quote by George Herbert
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“Hee that bewailes himselfe hath the cure in his hands.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Altar, George Herbert, 1633

Self‑pity holds the remedy within; recognizing personal agency heals.

In simple terms: Self‑pity contains its own cure.

Key Takeaway

Take responsibility for your healing.

Themes

self‑pity agency healing

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • personal growth
  • addiction recovery

Key Concepts

spirituality psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner resources can you activate?
  • How does acknowledging agency change outcomes?
A Different Perspective

Self‑pity can be hard to overcome.

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