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Depression Quote by Jane Austen

“but a sanguine temper, though for ever expecting more good than occurs, does not always pay for its hopes by any proportionate depression. it soon flies over the present failure, and begins to hope again.” quote by Jane Austen
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“but a sanguine temper, though for ever expecting more good than occurs, does not always pay for its hopes by any proportionate depression. it soon flies over the present failure, and begins to hope again.”

Jane Austen

About This Quote

Optimistic temperament persists despite setbacks, allowing hope to renew after failure.

In simple terms: Hopeful optimism helps recover from disappointment.

Key Takeaway

Maintain optimism to bounce back.

Themes

optimism resilience hope

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • recovering from loss
  • goal setting
  • stress coping

Key Concepts

psychology emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What balances hope with realism?
  • When does optimism become denial?
A Different Perspective

Excessive optimism can ignore realistic risks.

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