Best Quote by Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, marquise de Sevigne
“It is sometimes best to slip over thoughts and not go to the bottom of them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Letters of Madame de Sévigné, 1670s
It can be healthier to let minor thoughts pass without over‑analyzing them.
In simple terms: Let minor thoughts pass without deep analysis.
Key Takeaway
Practice mental letting‑go.
Themes
mindfulness
mental health
self‑care
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily stress
- social media scrolling
- rumination
- work meetings
Key Concepts
cognitive restraint
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- Which recurring thought could you release?
- How does over‑analysis affect your mood?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring thoughts may cause unresolved issues later.
