Deep water Quote by Susanna Kearsley
“A grieving person's like a person treading in deep water--if they've nothing to hold on to, they lose hope. They slide right under.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Lost Things, 2006
Grief can feel like drowning when hope is absent, leading to despair.
In simple terms: Grief feels like sinking without hope.
Find anchors of hope.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- mindfulness practice
- supportive friendships
- creative expression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What anchors can you hold onto during deep sorrow?
- How can you build hope when it seems lost?
Hope can be fragile and must be nurtured.