Appropriate Quote by Marianne Williamson
“Sometimes sadness is appropriate. Not something to run from, not something to numb...just something to feel.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Return to Love, Marianne Williamson, 1992
Sadness is a natural, valuable emotion that should be acknowledged rather than avoided or numbed.
In simple terms: Feeling sadness is okay and useful.
Allow yourself to feel sadness fully.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- personal setbacks
- artistic expression
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does feeling sadness teach you?
- How can you honor sadness without being overwhelmed?
Avoiding sadness can lead to emotional numbness.