Grief Quote by Khalil Gibran
““The selfsame well from which your laughter now rises was once filled with your tears... The deeper sorrow carves into your being, the more joy you can contain.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Prophet, 1923
Joy and sorrow are intertwined; deeper pain expands capacity for greater happiness.
In simple terms: Pain deepens joy.
Embrace both joy and sorrow.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- creative expression
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How have you turned pain into joy?
- Can you measure emotional capacity?
Too much sorrow can overwhelm.