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Comforted Quote by Max Ehrmann

“Let me do my work each day, and if the darkened hours of despair overcome me, may I not forget the strength that comforted me in the desolation of other times...” quote by Max Ehrmann
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“Let me do my work each day, and if the darkened hours of despair overcome me, may I not forget the strength that comforted me in the desolation of other times...”

Max Ehrmann

About This Quote

Source Poem: Desiderata, 1927 (author’s own work)

Even in despair, remember past comforts that gave strength, using them as a beacon through dark times.

In simple terms: Recall past comforts to survive current despair.

Key Takeaway

Hold onto past strength when facing darkness.

Themes

resilience hope comfort

Mood

reflective calming

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • mental health recovery
  • grief counseling
  • personal crisis

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What past comfort can you draw on now?
  • How can you create new sources of strength?
A Different Perspective

Relying on past comfort may not address present causes.

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