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“When a little pleasure has flashed for a moment against the dark, I have made that jewel mine. I have hundreds of them ... I call it my Necklace of Perfect Joy. When the world goes wrong, I have only to close my eyes and remember all the links in my chain, set with gems, some large and some small…” quote by Myrtle Reed
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“When a little pleasure has flashed for a moment against the dark, I have made that jewel mine. I have hundreds of them ... I call it my Necklace of Perfect Joy. When the world goes wrong, I have only to close my eyes and remember all the links in my chain, set with gems, some large and some small, but all beautiful with the beauty which never fades. It is all I can take with me when I go. My material possessions must stay behind, but my Necklace of Perfect Joy will bring me happiness to the end, when I put it on, to be nevermore unclasped.”

Myrtle Reed

About This Quote

The speaker cultivates an inner collection of cherished memories and moments, treating them as priceless jewels that sustain joy despite external hardship.

In simple terms: Inner memories as lasting happiness.

Key Takeaway

Memories are enduring wealth.

Themes

Resilience Gratitude Mindfulness Impermanence Inner wealth

Mood

Hopeful Reflective Comforting

Type

Philosophical Inspirational Poetic

When to use this quote

  • Facing loss
  • Coping with stress
  • During illness
  • When feeling isolated
  • At life's end

Key Concepts

Memory Joy Perspective Attachment

Practical Applications

  • Therapeutic journaling
  • Guided meditation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moments do you consider your most valuable jewels?
  • How can you consciously add to your inner necklace?
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