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Death Quote by Jojo Moyes

“I thought the world had actually ended. I thought nothing good could ever happen again. I thought anything might happen if I wasn't vigilant. I didn't eat. I didn't go out. I didn't want to see anyone. But I survived, Paul. Much to my own surprise, I got through it. And life...well, gradually…” quote by Jojo Moyes
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“I thought the world had actually ended. I thought nothing good could ever happen again. I thought anything might happen if I wasn't vigilant. I didn't eat. I didn't go out. I didn't want to see anyone. But I survived, Paul. Much to my own surprise, I got through it. And life...well, gradually became livable again.”

Jojo Moyes

About This Quote

Source Novel: Me Before You, Jojo Moyes, 2012

After a crisis, hope seems impossible, but survival brings gradual renewal and a chance to live again.

In simple terms: Survival leads to hope.

Key Takeaway

Allow time for healing after trauma.

Themes

grief hope recovery

Mood

hopeful empathetic

Type

inspirational personal

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • pandemic
  • job loss
  • relationship breakup

Key Concepts

resilience mental health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small step can you take toward feeling alive?
  • How does hope change after surviving hardship?
A Different Perspective

Recovery is not linear and can be painful.

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