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Believe Quote by Meg Wolitzer

“And I also know that pain can seem like an endless ribbon. You pull it and you pull it. You keep gathering it toward you, and as it collects, you really can't believe that there's something else at the end of it. Something that isn't just more pain. But there's always something else at the end…” quote by Meg Wolitzer
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“And I also know that pain can seem like an endless ribbon. You pull it and you pull it. You keep gathering it toward you, and as it collects, you really can't believe that there's something else at the end of it. Something that isn't just more pain. But there's always something else at the end; something at least a little different. You never know what that thing will be, but it's there.”

Meg Wolitzer

About This Quote

Pain often feels endless, but hope suggests another experience awaits beyond suffering.

In simple terms: Pain seems endless, but hope exists.

Key Takeaway

Hold onto hope during hardship.

Themes

suffering hope resilience

Mood

somber optimistic

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • grief
  • chronic illness
  • loss
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What might the "something else" be for you?
  • How can you cultivate hope?
A Different Perspective

Hope may feel distant when pain dominates.

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