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Psychology Quote by Kay Redfield Jamison

“Time will pass; these mood will pass; and I will, eventually, be myself again. But then, at some unknown time, the electrifying carnival will come back into my mind.” quote by Kay Redfield Jamison
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““Time will pass; these mood will pass; and I will, eventually, be myself again. But then, at some unknown time, the electrifying carnival will come back into my mind.””

Kay Redfield Jamison

About This Quote

Source Book: An Unquiet Mind, Kay Redfield Jamison, 1995

Emotions are temporary; after hardship, one's true self re-emerges, and later joy returns unexpectedly.

In simple terms: Feelings fade, self returns, joy returns later.

Key Takeaway

Accept change, await renewal.

Themes

mental health resilience hope

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • recovery
  • celebration
  • unexpected joy

Key Concepts

psychology emotional cycles

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs show you’re returning to yourself?
  • How can you welcome future joy?
A Different Perspective

Even after recovery, lingering effects may persist.

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