…a loss may be sometimes a gain”
Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey C28
Austenism: Life Advice from Jane Austen
Catherine had never before considered that in losing something you can gain, this is despite all that’s gone on with Isabella. In the General’s absence, they feel freedom, lack of oppression. With Isabella out of the picture Catherine can focus on true friendships, people that care about her rather than using her to assuage their boredom or get access to her brother.
A death can bring people closer, make you appreciate your own life. Loss of a job may mean time to work on other projects, focus on what’s really important or finally get some rest. Perhaps the cliché is true; there’s a silver lining in every cloud if you look for it.
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