Away Quote by Maggie Smith
“Some people say you have to fight cancer. But it was fighting me. The cure was worse than the disease, and it left me totally exhausted and depressed. I just hid myself away in my daughter-in-law's flat.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Late Show, Maggie Smith, 2015
Cancer treatment can be more debilitating than the disease, leading to exhaustion and depression, prompting withdrawal.
In simple terms: Treatment may harm more than illness.
Key Takeaway
Seek balanced care.
Themes
health
cancer treatment
mental health
Mood
somber
empathetic
Type
personal
cautionary
When to use this quote
- hospital stays
- family support
- psychological coping
Key Concepts
patient advocacy
medical ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can patients balance treatment efficacy and quality of life?
- What support systems help during recovery?
A Different Perspective
Medical options vary; some therapies are less harsh.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
