"I wouldn't say I was grumpy. It's more pathological - I have seismic tantrums. I get red in the face and cry at least three times a week, and I have to lie down and have a nap afterwards"
- Jenny Eclair
About this Quote
Jenny Eclair's quote suggests that she tends to end up being overwhelmed with feeling. She does not just get bad-tempered, however instead experiences seismic tantrums, which are intense outbursts of feeling. These temper tantrums trigger her to become red in the face and cry, and afterwards she needs to rest in order to recuperate. This suggests that her emotional outbursts are so extreme that they take a physical toll on her body. It is likely that Jenny Eclair has difficulty handling her feelings, which her temper tantrums suggest emotional distress. It is very important for her to find healthy ways to handle her feelings, such as talking with a therapist or engaging in activities that assist her to relax.
"Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time"