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Comfort Quote by Virginia Woolf

“It would be a comfort, she felt, to lean; to sit down; yes, to lie down; never, never, never to get up again.” quote by Virginia Woolf
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““It would be a comfort, she felt, to lean; to sit down; yes, to lie down; never, never, never to get up again.””

Virginia Woolf

About This Quote

Source Novel: “Mrs Dalloway”, 1925

The desire for rest and escape can become overwhelming, reflecting deep fatigue and yearning for peace

In simple terms: She longs to lie down forever, showing extreme exhaustion

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address deep fatigue before it dominates

Themes

exhaustion escape longing

Mood

somber introspective

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • stressful work
  • personal crisis
  • mental health awareness

Key Concepts

mental health self-care

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate you need a break?
  • How to find healthy rest?
A Different Perspective

Rest alone may not solve underlying issues

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