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“Oh hearts! Nobody gets through life without a broken heart. The important thing is to break the heart so that when it mends it will be stronger than before.” quote by Robertson Davies
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“Oh hearts! Nobody gets through life without a broken heart. The important thing is to break the heart so that when it mends it will be stronger than before.”

Robertson Davies

About This Quote

Source Novel: Fifth Business, Robertson Davies, 1970

A broken heart must be broken again to become stronger after healing.

In simple terms: Heartbreak can lead to greater strength.

Key Takeaway

Embrace healing and growth.

Themes

love pain strength

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • self‑improvement

Key Concepts

psychology emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you safely open your heart?
  • What does strength after pain look like?
A Different Perspective

Repeated pain may cause fear.

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