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“For sorrow ends not, when it seemeth done.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“For sorrow ends not, when it seemeth done.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 1, 1611

Grief lingers even after the apparent end of loss, reminding us that emotional healing is a process, not a moment.

In simple terms: Grief continues after loss ends.

Key Takeaway

Accept that healing takes time.

Themes

grief healing emotional resilience

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • end of a relationship
  • death of a loved one

Key Concepts

psychology process of acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize lingering grief?
  • What practices help you process ongoing sorrow?
A Different Perspective

Grief may resurface unexpectedly, requiring ongoing support.

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