Drown Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
“But grief still has to be worked through. It is like walking through water. Sometimes there are little waves lapping about my feet. Sometimes there is an enormous breaker that knocks me down. Sometimes there is a sudden and fierce squall. But I know that many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, 1962
Grief is a persistent, fluid experience that can be gentle or overwhelming, yet love remains unextinguishable.
In simple terms: Grief feels like walking through water, but love endures.
Key Takeaway
Accept and process grief while trusting love’s resilience.
Themes
grief
love
resilience
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
emotional
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- support groups
- personal reflection
- writing about loss
Key Concepts
emotional endurance
metaphor for loss
healing process
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize the waves of grief in daily life?
- What practices help you stay anchored in love?
A Different Perspective
Grief may resurface unexpectedly, challenging progress.
