Better Quote by Lailah Gifty Akita
““It is better to be sorrowful than sad.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Secret Lives of the Soul, 2016
Feeling sorrow acknowledges depth of emotion, while sadness can be a shallow, unexamined state.
In simple terms: Sorrow shows depth; sadness can be shallow.
Key Takeaway
Embrace sorrow to understand yourself.
Themes
emotion
self-awareness
depth
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sorrow differ from sadness for you?
- What can sorrow teach you about your values?
A Different Perspective
Sorrow may linger longer than sadness.
