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“Because it is a thousand pities never to say what one feels” quote by Virginia Woolf
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““Because it is a thousand pities never to say what one feels””

Virginia Woolf

About This Quote

Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway, 1925

A person may hide their true feelings, fearing vulnerability or social judgment.

In simple terms: People often conceal emotions.

Key Takeaway

Allow honest expression.

Themes

vulnerability self‑disclosure social pressure

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • therapy
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do you hide your feelings?
  • How could openness improve your connections?
A Different Perspective

Concealing feelings can damage trust and intimacy.

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