The house of laughter makes a house of woe.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A home filled with laughter often hides sorrow.
- In plain terms
- Joyful houses can conceal grief.
- What can you take from it?
- Don’t assume happiness means no pain.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can we recognize hidden pain?
- When is it appropriate to probe?
Another view
Not all laughter indicates hidden sorrow.
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