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Circumstances Quote by J. E. Buckrose

“True depression is a terribly real thing. Some of the noblest men and women in the world have been prone to it ... They may have no reason for feeling more unhappy at that particular period than at any other. Their worldly circumstances may be just what they have been for a long time past, and…” quote by J. E. Buckrose
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“True depression is a terribly real thing. Some of the noblest men and women in the world have been prone to it ... They may have no reason for feeling more unhappy at that particular period than at any other. Their worldly circumstances may be just what they have been for a long time past, and perfectly satisfactory. But there suddenly closes down on them a fog of the mind which exaggerates and distorts everything.”

J. E. Buckrose

About This Quote

Source Essay: Mental Health Reflections, 1998

Depression can affect anyone, even those seemingly content, by clouding perception.

In simple terms: Depression distorts reality for anyone.

Key Takeaway

Seek help when fog appears.

Themes

mental health vulnerability perception

Mood

empathetic reflective

Type

psychological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • career setbacks
  • relationship issues
  • health diagnoses

Key Concepts

psychology emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your mental fog?
  • How can you support others in similar states?
A Different Perspective

Not all depressive episodes have clear external causes.

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