Arms Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“In the lives of the saddest of us, there are bright days like this, when we feel as if we could take the great world in our arms and kiss it. Then come the gloomy hours, when the fire will neither burn on our hearths nor in our hearts; and all without and within is dismal, cold, and dark. Believe me, every heart has its secret sorrows, which the world knows not, and oftentimes we call a man cold, when he is only sad.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Secret Sorrows", 1865
Even in deep sadness, moments of joy appear, yet darkness can return, making hearts feel cold and misunderstood.
In simple terms: Joy and sorrow coexist; sadness is often hidden.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge hidden sorrow and seek connection.
Themes
emotion
humanity
contrast
solitude
understanding
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- mental health
- artistic creation
- friendship support
Key Concepts
psychology
empathy
literary expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we support those who seem cold but are sad?
- What practices help balance joy and sorrow?
A Different Perspective
Joy may be fleeting and not resolve underlying pain.
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