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Sadness Quote by Sarah Hall

“To be comfortable inside one’s sadness is not valueless. This too will pass. All things tend towards transience, mutability. It is in such mindful moments, when everything is both held and released, that revelation comes.” quote by Sarah Hall
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““To be comfortable inside one’s sadness is not valueless. This too will pass. All things tend towards transience, mutability. It is in such mindful moments, when everything is both held and released, that revelation comes.””

Sarah Hall

About This Quote

Source Essay: The New Yorker, 2021

Being comfortable with sadness allows insight; transience reveals truth.

In simple terms: Accept sadness to gain insight.

Key Takeaway

Embrace emotions for personal growth.

Themes

psychology mindfulness impermanence growth

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • journaling
  • meditation
  • artistic creation

Key Concepts

acceptance mindful awareness transience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “mindful moments” mean to you?
  • How can you balance holding and releasing emotions?
A Different Perspective

Some may interpret comfort as stagnation.

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