Blow Quote by Walter de La Mare
“God has mercifully ordered that the human brain works slowly; first the blow, hours afterwards the bruise.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Brain”, 1919
The mind processes pain slowly, so the initial impact is felt later as lingering injury.
In simple terms: The brain reacts slowly to hurt, so pain shows up later.
Key Takeaway
Allow time for healing after trauma.
Themes
psychology
human experience
time
pain
healing
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- grief counseling
- personal reflection
- medical treatment
Key Concepts
delayed response
cognitive processing
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does delayed pain affect coping strategies?
- What practices help manage lingering emotional wounds?
A Different Perspective
Not all trauma follows this pattern; some effects are immediate.
