Relief Sayings and Quotes

Below you will find our collection of inspirational, wise, and humorous old relief quotes, relief sayings, and relief proverbs, collected over the years from a variety of sources.

The time to relax is when you don't have time for it. Sydney J. Harris
Under certain circumstances, profanity provides a relief denied even to prayer. Mark Twain
For fast acting relief, try slowing down. Lily Tomlin
Don't believe every worried thought you have. Worried thoughts are notoriously inaccurate. Renee Jain
Relieved after things have been put right..Similes Dictionary like they lifted a concrete block out of my belly. John Updike
There is a certain relief in change, even though it be from bad to worse...it is often a comfort to shift one's position and be bruised in a new place. Washington Irving
A timely utterance gave that thought relief, / And I again am strong. William Wordsworth
If a potion tastes bitter, and yet brings relief, / Would you give it up? African Love Poems and Proverb
When someone who has suffered a lot dies, it's okay to feel relief. Bill Baker
It is natural to imagine that many of those who would have relieved his real wants were discouraged from the exertion of their benevolence by observation of the use which was made of their favors, and conviction that relief would only be momentary, and that the same necessity would quickly return. Samuel Johnson
'Tis long ere time can mitigate your grief; / To wisdom fly, she quickly brings relief. Francis Lewis
It is not a tax bill but a tax relief bill providing relief not for the needy, but for the greedy. John Bartlett
For this relief, much thanks, 'tis bitter cold, / And I am sick at the heart. William Shakespeare
Can I see another's woe, / And not be in sorrow, too? / Can I see another's grief, / And not seek for kind relief? William Blake
For many moderns, vacation gets to be a longed-for relief. Alfred Henry
It is a great thing when the cup of bitterness is pressed to our lips, to feel that it is not fate or necessity, but divine love working upon us for good ends. E.H. Chapin
There is such a difference between coming out of sorrow merely thankful for relief and coming out of sorrow full of sympathy with, and trust in, Him who has released us. Phillips Brooks
Crying relieves pressure on the soul. Toba Beta
There's always some relief in giving up. Lauren Oliver
There was a tacit understanding between them that 'liquor helped'; growing more miserable with every glass one hoped for the moment of relief. Graham Greene
This pouring thoughts out on paper has relieved me. I feel better and full of confidence and resolution. Diet Eman
It gives a fella relief to tell, but it just spreads out his sin. John Steinbeck
In Genesis, it says that it is not good for a man to be alone; but sometimes it is a great relief. John Barrymore
It's often not until after a decision is made that you know whether you've made the right choice. The relief tells you. Viv Albertine
Things were so much clearer when there was a relief. F.C. Yee
There was some relief in letting go of those dreams, of silently accepting their fate and embracing the unknown. E.C.Colton
She found herself crying with relief and gratitude. It was as if a large, benevolent hand had reached down and picked her up, and was holding her safe. Margaret Atwood
Joy comes when you turn it over to God to deal with. This is when you will feel the true release from its weight. Shannon L. Alder
The eternal relief is in finding peace after doing your work bereft of lust, anger, greed, infatuation, ego, and envy. Mahesh Prabhu
If it means being settled and content, getting older can be a relief. Kate Garraway