Mourning Quote by Susie Steiner
““Mourning someone is hard work. It’s so hard it brings with it a tiredness you can’t even believe. You keep thinking you can sleep it off but you just get more tired as it goes on.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, “The Art of Grief” by Susie Steiner, 2021
Grieving is exhausting, draining energy beyond normal fatigue, and attempts to ignore it only worsen the weariness.
In simple terms: Grief is tiring and can't be ignored.
Acknowledge fatigue and seek support.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- loss of a loved one
- breakup
- job termination
- major life transition
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice when grief is affecting your energy?
- What supportive actions can reduce this exhaustion?
Ignoring grief intensifies fatigue and can lead to deeper emotional distress.