Believe Quote by Liza Dalby
“But how ridiculous that I should bereft simply because I couldn’t spend hours in my world of make-believe! Wasn’t the reality of my life interesting enough? This is surely the time to let go of grievances, I told myself sternly. What good does it do to dwell on them? Brooding on a nest of grudges will only hatch more grief.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The World of Make-Believe, 1995
Holding onto grievances fuels more sorrow; letting go frees emotional energy for growth.
In simple terms: Grudges breed more grief; release them.
Release resentment to heal.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- conflict resolution
- mental health
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What grievance are you clinging to?
- How might forgiveness change your outlook?
Letting go can be painful and may feel like denying valid feelings.