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Cheerfulness Quote by Leonard Cohen

“It's been a long time since I've stood on a stage in London. Was about 14 or 15 years ago, I was 60 years old, just a kid with a crazy dream. Since then I've taken a lot of Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Effexor, Ritalin, Focalin. I've also studied deeply in the philosophies and the religions, but…” quote by Leonard Cohen
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“It's been a long time since I've stood on a stage in London. Was about 14 or 15 years ago, I was 60 years old, just a kid with a crazy dream. Since then I've taken a lot of Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Effexor, Ritalin, Focalin. I've also studied deeply in the philosophies and the religions, but cheerfulness kept breaking through.”

Leonard Cohen

About This Quote

Source Interview: Conversation with Leonard Cohen, 1995

Reflects on aging, mental health struggles, and enduring optimism despite challenges.

In simple terms: Aging, medication, philosophy, and persistent cheerfulness.

Key Takeaway

Embrace hope regardless of hardships.

Themes

aging mental health optimism creativity spirituality

Mood

reflective hopeful introspective

Type

personal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Writing
  • performing
  • personal reflection
  • therapy

Key Concepts

Resilience hope philosophical inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance creative ambition with mental health?
  • What practices sustain your cheerfulness?
A Different Perspective

Optimism may mask underlying issues needing professional care.

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