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“Only sometimes at night when I think that you live now and are somewhere, I shed tears.” quote by Iris Murdoch
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““Only sometimes at night when I think that you live now and are somewhere, I shed tears.””

Iris Murdoch

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Sea, the Sea by Iris Murdoch, 1978

A rare moment of grief arises when remembering a distant loved one, revealing longing and sorrow.

In simple terms: Missing someone can cause sudden tears.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge feelings, allow yourself to grieve.

Themes

loneliness grief memory

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

emotional literary

When to use this quote

  • late night reflection
  • reading a love letter
  • seeing a photo of a lost friend

Key Concepts

existential longing emotional vulnerability

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who do you miss most and why?
  • How do you comfort yourself during such moments?
A Different Perspective

Grief may be intensified by isolation.

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