Grief Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
““Nature has neither love nor hate, and with indifference smiles upon the light at heart and to the heavy brings a deeper sorrow.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Moon and Sixpence”, 1919
Nature is indifferent; it smiles on the light and deepens sorrow for the heavy.
In simple terms: Nature is indifferent to human feelings.
Key Takeaway
Accept indifference, find inner peace.
Themes
philosophy
nature
human condition
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief
- joy
- creative pursuits
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
stoicism
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does indifference affect your outlook?
- Can you find meaning despite indifference?
A Different Perspective
May seem fatalistic.
