Decay Quote by John Dryden
“Pity only on fresh objects stays, but with the tedious sight of woes decays.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Medallion, 1695
Freshness of sympathy fades as suffering becomes familiar, reducing compassion over time.
In simple terms: Compassion wanes with repeated exposure to pain.
Key Takeaway
Renew empathy before it dulls.
Themes
empathy
compassion
human nature
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- caregiving
- long-term conflict
- personal loss
- social work
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional fatigue
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain empathy in chronic hardship?
- What practices restore fresh compassion?
A Different Perspective
Compassion can be reignited through conscious effort.
