We are slow to believe that which if believed would hurt our feelings.
OvidRead
Time is generally the best doctor.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Time has a healing power that can resolve many issues.
This quote by Ovid suggests that with the passage of time, many problems or pains tend to diminish or heal. It emphasizes the idea that patience and endurance can lead to resolution, much like how physical wounds heal over time, allowing us to gain perspective and overcome difficulties.
Themes
TimeHealingPatienceResolutionWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a support group, one might say, 'As Ovid wisely noted, time is generally the best doctor, reminding us that healing takes time.'
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Be patient and tough; someday this pain will be useful to you.
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