10 inspirational quotes about overcoming grief
- 22 May 2025
Quotes and grief
Grieving a loved one is a natural process that affects everyone differently. The intensity of grief varies based on your relationship with the deceased and how they died. There is no set timeline for grief, so it’s important to acknowledge your feelings and take care of yourself. Some people seek support from friends and family, while others prefer solitude or turn to professionals for help. At any stage of this journey, quotes or poems can provide comfort.
Here are ten of our favourite quotes about overcoming grief that we hope will bring you solace:
“Grief is not a disorder, a disease or a sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical and spiritual necessity, the price you pay for love. The only cure for grief is to grieve.”Earl Grollman
“The song is ended but the melody lingers on.”Irving Berlin
“Tears shed for another person are not a sign of weakness. They are a sign of a pure heart.”José N. Harris, MI VIDA: A Story of Faith, Hope and Love
“When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure.”Anonymous
“Life is full of grief, to exactly the degree we allow ourselves to love other people.”Orson Scott Card, Shadow of the Giant
“Only time and tears take away grief; that is what they are for.”Terry Pratchett, I Shall Wear Midnight
“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, We Bereaved
“I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil.”J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of the King
“So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love.”E.A. Bucchianeri, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly
“The weird, weird thing about devastating loss is that life actually goes on. When you're faced with a tragedy, a loss so huge that you have no idea how you can live through it, somehow, the world keeps turning, the seconds keep ticking.”James Patterson, Angel
We understand that this can be a very overwhelming time. With time grief can become more manageable, but if you find that your grief is making it difficult for you to function normally, please seek professional support.
If you are currently experiencing grief or loss, you are welcome to participate in our community activities and events or to contact our friendly team for an obligation-free consultation.