Behinds Quote by William Shakespeare
“Who alone suffers suffers most i' th' mind, Leaving free things and happy shows behind; But then the mind much sufferance doth o'erskip When grief hath mates, and bearing fellowship.”
About This Quote
Source Play: King Lear, Act 5, Scene 3
The mind suffers most when it clings to loss and neglects present joys, leading to deeper grief than external hardships.
In simple terms: Mind pain exceeds physical loss.
Key Takeaway
Release attachment to past sorrows.
Themes
grief
attachment
mindfulness
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- relationship breakup
- career setback
- health crisis
Key Concepts
existential suffering
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you let go of to ease mental suffering?
- How does focusing on present moments help?
A Different Perspective
Mind can become trapped in rumination, hindering recovery.
