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Death Quote by May Sarton

“There are some griefs so loud They could bring down the sky, And there are griefs so still None knows how deep they lie, Endured, never expended. There are old griefs so proud They never speak a word; They never can be mended. And these nourish the will And keep it iron-hard.” quote by May Sarton
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““There are some griefs so loud They could bring down the sky, And there are griefs so still None knows how deep they lie, Endured, never expended. There are old griefs so proud They never speak a word; They never can be mended. And these nourish the will And keep it iron-hard.””

May Sarton

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, May Sarton, 1970s

Grief can be overwhelming loud or hidden deep, stubborn and unspoken, yet it fuels resilience.

In simple terms: Grief is loud or silent, both hard.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and honor hidden grief.

Themes

grief resilience emotions

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

inspirational reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • family dynamics
  • mental health
  • creative expression

Key Concepts

psychology poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you notice silent grief?
  • What helps transform grief into strength?
A Different Perspective

Some grief may be suppressed, leading to unresolved trauma.

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