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Depression Quote by Yanilsa pena

“Why in depression" "If we are human, why not have the right to smile, Why in depression, young, and beautiful as earth, Why in depression, if you are the lovely future and big one.” quote by Yanilsa pena
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““Why in depression" "If we are human, why not have the right to smile, Why in depression, young, and beautiful as earth, Why in depression, if you are the lovely future and big one.””

Yanilsa pena

About This Quote

The poem asks why depression happens to humans who are young, beautiful, and full of future potential, insisting they have a right to smile.

In simple terms: Depression can strike even the young and promising.

Key Takeaway

See depression as an illness, not a failure.

Themes

depression youth beauty potential humanity

Mood

sorrowful questioning

Type

poem rhetorical

When to use this quote

  • supporting depressed youth
  • self-compassion
  • mental health awareness
  • validating emotions

Key Concepts

existential questioning mental health

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do I make space for sadness in promising lives?
  • What does it mean to deserve joy?
A Different Perspective

Depression does not follow logic or deservedness. No circumstance guarantees immunity.

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