Grief Quote by William Blake
“Can I see another's woe, and not be in sorrow too? Can I see another's grief, and not seek for kind relief?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Songs of Innocence and of Experience, 1794
Empathy requires sharing another's pain, not just observing it without feeling.
In simple terms: Feel others' sorrow to truly understand.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion, not indifference.
Themes
empathy
compassion
humanity
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- volunteering
- friendship
- grief support
Key Concepts
emotional resonance
shared experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance empathy with self‑care?
- What does true compassion look like?
A Different Perspective
Hard to feel others' pain without personal loss.
