Fall Quote by Pema Chodron
““We think that the point is to pass the test or overcome the problem, but the truth is that things don't really get solved. They come together and they fall apart. Then they come together again and fall apart again. It's just like that. The healing comes from letting there be room for all of this to happen: room for grief, for relief, for misery, for joy.””
About This Quote
Source Talk: Interview on Healing and Impermanence, 2015
Life’s challenges are cyclical; true healing arises from accepting all emotions rather than seeking final solutions.
In simple terms: Accept emotions, don’t force fixes.
Embrace the cycle, allow space for feeling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- relationship conflict
- personal growth
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create space for grief without being overwhelmed?
- What practices help you sit with both joy and sorrow?
It may be hard to stay present when pain repeats, leading to avoidance.