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“We're so accustomed to laughing. It's harder for us when the time comes that we can't laugh.” quote by Lois Lowry
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““We're so accustomed to laughing. It's harder for us when the time comes that we can't laugh.””

Lois Lowry

About This Quote

Source Book: The Giver, Lois Lowry, 1993

People often rely on humor to cope, but when tragedy strikes, laughter becomes difficult, revealing vulnerability.

In simple terms: Humor masks pain, but grief can silence it.

Key Takeaway

Accept vulnerability and seek support.

Themes

grief humor vulnerability

Mood

sad reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • loss of a loved one
  • personal crisis
  • mental health challenges

Key Concepts

coping mechanisms emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle loss without humor?
  • What supports help when laughter fails?
A Different Perspective

Humor may not fully address deep sorrow.

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