None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm.
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If misery loves company, misery has company enough.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Misery often seeks out others who are also unhappy, creating a shared experience of suffering.
This quote by Henry David Thoreau suggests that individuals who are unhappy or in a state of misery tend to gravitate towards one another, finding solace in shared experiences. It implies that when one is in distress, they are not alone, as there are many others in similar situations, thus forming a community of shared hardships.
Themes
MiseryCompanyRelationshipsSufferingSolace
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about mental health awareness.
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