Bears Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
“To-morrow would bring its own trial with it; so would the next day, and so would the next; each its own trial, and yet the very same that was now so unutterably grievous to be borne. The days of the far-off future would toil onward, still with the same burden for her to take up, and bear along with her, but never to fling down; for the accumulating days, and added years, would pile up their misery upon the heap of shame.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1850
Life’s hardships accumulate, each day adding to an ongoing burden that feels both inevitable and oppressive.
In simple terms: Every day adds more weight to our suffering.
Key Takeaway
Accept the load, seek relief.
Themes
burden
future
suffering
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief coping
- long‑term projects
- health challenges
- family responsibilities
Key Concepts
existentialism
resilience
guilt
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you identify a burden you can lighten?
- What steps can break the cycle of accumulating misery?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overstate inevitability, ignoring agency to change circumstances.
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