“Joy, happiness ... we do not question. They are beyond question, maybe. A matter of being. But pain forces us to think, and to make connections ... to discover what has been happening to cause it. And, curiously enough, pain draws us to other human beings in a significant way, whereas joy or happiness to some extent, isolates.”
Quote by May Sarton
Work
Recovering: A Journal
This book is a compilation of personal reflections and insights, detailing the process of recovery and personal growth. It serves as a guide for those seeking to understand and navigate their own healing journeys. more
Author
May Sarton
American poet, born on May 3, 1912, and died on July 16, 1995. Known for her profound psychological insights and delicate portrayals of natural landscapes, May Sarton's poetry has had a significant impact on contemporary poetry, earning her numerous literary awards. more
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