Actuality Quote by Soren Kierkegaard
“In actuality, no one ever sank so deep that he could not sink deeper, and there may be one or many who sank deeper. So it is always possible to be happy and grateful that things are not worse!”
About This Quote
Source Book: Either/Or, 1843
Even deep despair can deepen, yet gratitude arises from recognizing things aren't worse.
In simple terms: Even deep sorrow can improve.
Find gratitude in hardship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- journaling
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can gratitude coexist with pain?
- What steps prevent deeper despair?
Constantly sinking can lead to hopelessness.