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Beautiful, heartwarming words: A collection of memorable quotes to share with those who have experienced parting.

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

In the course of a long life, everyone inevitably experiences partings—whether from romantic relationships or changes in life stages.

Even when a parting is a positive one, it’s only natural that some sadness may linger.

Here, we’d like to introduce a collection of quotes that can gently empathize with such feelings and, at times, give you a strong push forward.

The words left by great figures from around the world—poets, writers, philosophers—resonate with our hearts across all eras.

Please enjoy this lovely collection of quotes you’ll want to give to someone dear who has gone through a farewell.

Beautiful words that strike the heart. A collection of memorable quotes to give to those who have experienced parting (21–30)

If you don’t give up, there will always be a way. Always.Sakichi Toyoda

9 selected quotes from the Toyota Group founder, Sakichi Toyoda

If you don't give up, there will always be a way. Always. Sakichi Toyoda

This is a powerful quote from Sakichi Toyoda, founder of the Toyota Group.

Even when you’re following a path you firmly believe is right, things sometimes won’t go well, and when you hit a big wall you can lose confidence and start to think, “Was I wrong?” or “Maybe this path isn’t right for me.” If someone is suffering like that and thinking of giving up, share this quote with them.

Believe in yourself and see it through to the end.

If you do, you might see a path that you couldn’t see before!

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People say heartbreak is unbearably painful, but I think there’s a part of us that actually enjoys reminiscing about a love that’s already ended. If it were truly unbearable, we’d be doing everything we could to forget it even a second sooner.Chiyo Uno

14 Notable Quotes by Chiyo Uno, Novelist and Kimono Designer

People say heartbreak is unbearably painful, but I think there’s a part of us that actually enjoys reminiscing about a love that has already ended. If it were truly unbearable, we would be doing everything we could to forget it even a second sooner. — Chiyo Uno

Watch on YouTube: “People say heartbreak is unbearably painful, but I think there’s a part of us that actually enjoys reminiscing about a love that’s already ended. If it were truly unbearable, we’d be doing everything we could to forget it even a second sooner. — Chiyo Uno”

Chiyo Uno was a Japanese novelist and essayist who was active from the Taisho through the Showa and Heisei eras.

She was also a kimono designer and entrepreneur.

She had numerous romantic relationships and marriages, including with writers Shiro Ozaki and Motojiro Kajii.

Her bold way of life and outspoken remarks are very compelling.

One of her major works is Ikiteyuku Watashi (Living My Life).

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Beautiful, heart-touching words: A collection of memorable quotes to share with those who have experienced parting (31–40)

Sorrow melts away, like snow in May, so that nothing remains that could be so cold.George Herbert

George Herbert, a 17th-century English poet who also lived as a clergyman, published many works on Christian faith.

His poems gently portray the sanctity and hope found in everyday life and are cherished across time.

Known for leaving many memorable quotations, his words suggest that a moment will surely come when deep sorrow softens, offering reassurance that grief, however cold it may feel, does not last forever.

The message conveys a blend of wistfulness and hope, with a touch of the poetic.

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You never get used to the pain of parting. No matter how many times it happens, farewells are painful and bitter. Even so, we cannot help but love others until the day we die. That is what it means to be human.Jakuchō Setouchi

A Collection of Quotes to Read After a Heartbreak

You never get used to the pain of parting. No matter how many times it happens, farewells are painful and bitter. Even so, we cannot help but love others until the day we die. That is what it means to be human. Jakuchō Setouchi

Watch on YouTube: “You never get used to the pain of parting. No matter how many times it happens, farewells are painful and bitter. Even so, we cannot help but love others until the day we die. That is what it means to be human. — Jakuchō Setouchi.”

There are many forms of parting from people—bereavement, heartbreak, and more.

No matter which it is, sadness, pain, and a wounded heart inevitably follow us.

In Jakuchō Setouchi’s words lies the idea of accepting the hardship: partings are an unavoidable part of life, and the point isn’t to manipulate or suppress those feelings.

For example, after a breakup, you might think, “I never want to feel this sad again; I’ll never fall in love.” And yet, you find yourself falling for someone again.

These words remind us that this is the natural flow of life.

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Happiness is always decided by your own heart.Mitsuo Aida

Mitsuo Aida Quotes Collection [Poet]

Happiness is always decided by your own heart. — Mitsuo Aida

Mitsuo Aida was a poet who left behind many timeless sayings that resonate with people of any era, including “It’s okay to stumble—we’re only human.” His words, “Happiness is always decided by your own heart,” teach us, quite literally, that there are as many forms of happiness as there are people.

Rather than following society’s standard definition of happiness, the message is that it’s important to find the happiness that you truly feel in your heart—an outlook that may even allow us to view parting in a positive light.

It’s a simple yet insightful quote that speaks to the truth, one we’d like to share not only with those in love but also with anyone living with dreams and ideals.

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Love is eventually healed by another love.John Dryden

John Dryden was a poet who worked as a literary critic and playwright and wielded great influence on English literature.

His saying, “Love is soon healed by another love,” literally means that the wounds of love can only be healed by love.

No matter how painful a romance or breakup may be, someone will surely appear who helps you forget it—advice that gives hope to those who are hurting.

Even if it doesn’t make sense at the time, it’s a famous quote you’ll savor once you’ve found happiness.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Love the life you live, and live the life you can love.Bob Marley

Here’s a famous quote from legendary reggae singer Bob Marley.

Many of us have probably thought, “I wish things had been different.” You could go on forever thinking that way, and sometimes those feelings just bubble up.

But being negative about your own life only hurts you.

One thing that never changes is that the life you’re living right now can only be lived by you.

Some people find it a little hard to like themselves.

When that happens, please remember these words.

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