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Certainty Quote by Michael Cunningham

“What I want to say is that I owe all the happiness of my life to you. You have been entirely patient with me & incredibly good. I want to say that - everybody knows it. If anybody could have saved me it would have been you. Everything has gone from me but the certainty of your goodness. I can't go…” quote by Michael Cunningham
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“What I want to say is that I owe all the happiness of my life to you. You have been entirely patient with me & incredibly good. I want to say that - everybody knows it. If anybody could have saved me it would have been you. Everything has gone from me but the certainty of your goodness. I can't go on spoiling your life any longer. I don't think two people could have been happier than we have been.”

Michael Cunningham

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Hours, Michael Cunningham, 1998

Deep gratitude for a loved one's unwavering support defines personal happiness.

In simple terms: Thankful for someone's constant kindness.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and honor those who sustain you.

Themes

love gratitude dependence

Mood

affectionate reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • mental health
  • caregiver appreciation

Key Concepts

emotional support personal fulfillment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who provides you steady support?
  • How can you offer similar support?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on one person can create vulnerability if that support wanes.

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