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Emotion Quote by Madeleine L'Engle

“Now I am setting out into the unknown. It will take me a long while to work through the grief. There are no shortcuts; it has to be gone through.” quote by Madeleine L'Engle
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“Now I am setting out into the unknown. It will take me a long while to work through the grief. There are no shortcuts; it has to be gone through.”

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Wrinkle in Time, 1962

Grief must be faced directly; there are no easy shortcuts.

In simple terms: Healing requires confronting pain over time.

Key Takeaway

Allow yourself to process grief fully.

Themes

grief growth journey

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • personal loss
  • spiritual practice
  • creative expression

Key Concepts

emotional processing acceptance time healing

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “the unknown” feel like for you?
  • How can you support others in their grief?
A Different Perspective

Some may seek quick fixes that ignore deeper wounds.

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