it is a sad heart that never rejoices

it is a sad heart that never rejoices

proverb Even someone who tends to feel sad can find great joy, amusement, or delight in or about something. I'm sure this vacation will perk him up. It is a sad heart that never rejoices, after all. Yeah, sure, it's a sad heart that never rejoices—but it's awfully hard to remember that when you're drowning in grief. I know you're down, but try to stay optimistic, honey. Remember that it is a sad heart that never rejoices.

See also: heart, never, rejoice, sad, that

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