Memories Quote by Soheir Khashoggi
““Well, memory can play tricks. Most people, I think, tend to remember the good rather than the bad when someone close to them dies.””
About This Quote
Source Article: “Memory and Grief” in Psychology Today, 2021
Noting that people tend to recall positive memories more than negative after a loss.
In simple terms: We remember good over bad.
Key Takeaway
Focus on positive memories of the departed.
Themes
grief
memory
bias
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
psychological
emotional
When to use this quote
- memorial services
- personal journals
- therapy sessions
- family gatherings
Key Concepts
nostalgia
selective recall
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance remembering good and bad?
- What helps you honor the full memory?
A Different Perspective
May ignore processing of painful emotions.
