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Distracted Quote by Sherrilyn Kenyon

“Still, it’s better to be distracted by the crowd than to be left with memories that serve no purpose other than to torture the conscience and flog the heart.” quote by Sherrilyn Kenyon
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““Still, it’s better to be distracted by the crowd than to be left with memories that serve no purpose other than to torture the conscience and flog the heart.””

Sherrilyn Kenyon

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Darkest Night, 2005

It is preferable to be distracted by others than to be haunted by purposeless memories that torment the mind.

In simple terms: Distraction can be better than painful memories.

Key Takeaway

Seek healthy distractions.

Themes

memory distraction psychology

Mood

melancholic contemplative

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • journaling
  • creative hobbies
  • social interaction

Key Concepts

mindfulness emotional health coping strategies

Questions to Reflect On

  • What memories are you avoiding?
  • How can you transform painful memories?
A Different Perspective

May avoid confronting underlying issues.

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