"You do not see the river of mourning because it lacks one tear of your own"

This quote by Antonio Porchia speaks with the concept that we typically fail to acknowledge or empathize with the discomfort and suffering of others since it does not straight affect us. The "river of grieving" represents the collective sorrow and sadness of those around us, however because we have not shed a tear ourselves, we are blind to its presence. This could be interpreted as a commentary on human nature, where we are typically egotistical and only able to see and understand our own feelings. It also highlights the significance of compassion and the need to acknowledge and acknowledge the struggles of others, even if they do not directly impact us.