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“The bitterness of joy lies in the knowledge that is cannot last. Nor should joy last beyond a certain season, for, after that season, even joy would become merely habit.” quote by Tanith Lee
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“The bitterness of joy lies in the knowledge that is cannot last. Nor should joy last beyond a certain season, for, after that season, even joy would become merely habit.”

Tanith Lee

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Birthgrave by Tanith Lee, 1975

Joy is fleeting; it eventually turns into habit, losing its intensity.

In simple terms: Joy fades and becomes routine.

Key Takeaway

Seek lasting fulfillment beyond temporary joy.

Themes

transience joy habit

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal milestones
  • celebrations
  • daily routines

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate joy from habit?
  • What practices keep joy vibrant?
A Different Perspective

Joy can be sustained through mindful appreciation.

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