“Every time you were convinced you couldn’t go on, you did.” Well, it is because you are stronger than you know! Moreover, grief is a universal emotion that touches us all. And, embracing grief is part of the healing process. Did you know that in moments of grief, words have the power, to heal and encourage you? So, I have curated a collection of grief quotes from notable personalities to motivate you through your journey.
Here are 15 grief quotes to comfort your soul
- “You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only option.” — Bob Marley
- “Sometimes it’s okay if the only thing you did today was breathe.” — Yumi Sakugawa
- “No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear.” — C.S Lewis
- “The whole world can become the enemy when you lose what you love.” — Kristina McMorris
- “So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love.” — E.A. Bucchianeri
- “Tears water our growth.” — William Shakespeare
- “Given a choice between grief and nothing, I’d choose grief.” — William Faulkner
- “Some people come in your life as blessings. Some come in your life as lessons.” — Mother Teresa
- “You care so much you feel as though you will bleed to death with the pain of it.” — J.K. Rowling
- “We bereaved are not alone. We belong to the largest company in all the world–the company of those who have known suffering.” — Helen Keller
- “Don’t grieve. Anything you lose comes round in another form.” — Rumi
- “Grief is not as heavy as guilt, but it takes more away from you.” — Veronica Roth
- “I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil.” — J.R.R. Tolkien
- “What they never tell you about grief is that missing someone is the simple part.” — Gail Caldwell
- “Your grief path is yours alone, and no one else can walk it, and no one else can understand it.” — Terri Irwin
End Note
As we conclude our journey through the grief quotes, we realize that “sometimes the healing hurts more than the wound.” But it is also proof of your capacity for strength. So, I hope this collection of grief quotes becomes a source of comfort and courage through your healing process. And if you found this collection resonating, share it with all your friends who need courage and spread empathy!