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Comedy Quote by Victor Hugo

“The peculiarity of sunrise is to make us laugh at all our terrors of the night, and our laugh is always proportioned to the fear we have had.” quote by Victor Hugo
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“The peculiarity of sunrise is to make us laugh at all our terrors of the night, and our laugh is always proportioned to the fear we have had.”

Victor Hugo

About This Quote

Source Book: Les Misérables by Victor Hugo, 1862

Sunrise diminishes night fears, making us laugh at previous terrors.

In simple terms: Sunrise makes us laugh at past fears.

Key Takeaway

Embrace new day’s perspective.

Themes

fear humor perspective

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • morning routines
  • overcoming anxiety
  • reflection
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

psychology light metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does a new day change your view of past fears?
  • What fears become laughable with light?
A Different Perspective

Laughter may mask deeper unresolved anxieties.

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