a sorrow shared is a sorrow halved

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a sorrow shared is a sorrow halved

Grief can be alleviated by discussing it with someone.
- 2019, Leander Moss, Death at a Discount: A Funny, Magical & Inspiring Tale of the After-life, Babelcube Incorporated, page 25:
  As a result, the optimist always has the lower hand, given that everyone around him is the opposite. You’d be considered a leper if you did not participate in the average, mediocre people’s wailing and complaining. If I’m not happy, I’ll not let you stay happy. After all, sorrow shared is sorrow halved. So let’s whine together!