Anguish Quote by Kalidasa
“Please subdue the anguish of your soul. Nobody is destined only to happiness or to pain. The wheel of life takes one up and down by turn.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Shakuntala, 5th century CE
The verse acknowledges that suffering and happiness are inevitable parts of existence, urging acceptance of life's cyclical ups and downs.
In simple terms: Life alternates joy and pain; accept both.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change, seek inner steadiness.
Themes
impermanence
acceptance
resilience
Mood
thoughtful
serene
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- grief
- celebrations
- career highs and lows
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Sanskrit literature
karma
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices help you stay centered during life's swings?
- How can you turn pain into learning?
A Different Perspective
May lead to passive resignation rather than proactive coping.
