George MacDonald Quotes

The truth is, you know, we need our anodynes. You know that word, anodynes? We need that in life some times. A good warm bath can be one for you, or a whatever.

There are some things that money can't buy: peace of mind, for starters, and lean muscle mass. Neither the Queen of England nor the founder of Microsoft can put in an order for either one.

There must be quite a few things a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them.

I've always thought of beauty therapy, 'alternative' treatments and the like as the female equivalent of brothels - for essentially self-deceiving people who feel a bit hollow and have to pay to be touched.

I like to be comfortable.

Sorrow can be alleviated by good sleep, a bath and a glass of wine.

Money does not make you happy but it quiets the nerves.

For me, comfort is paramount.

'Stress' was the catch-all every pamper-pedlar I spoke to used to explain why healthy women feel the need to be regularly patted, petted and preened into a state of babyish beatification.

You look much better when you're comfy.

If you're sick, watch funny movies.

I don’t care if it’s dog piss. It makes me feel better.

I'm a person who takes baths in the dark, alone.

I'm a person who takes baths in the dark, alone.

Happiness is best defined by its antonym, which is less 'unhappiness' than 'anxiety.' Anyone who is not oppressed by intolerable worry or grievous pain is almost certainly happy, whether rich or poor, well or ill, successful or frustrated.

I think that comfort is underrated in a lot of ways.

If you're unwell you can simply cuddle up in bed and tune into a thriller. It's the best remedy.

Comfort is key for me.

Ice, to me, is a magical healer. At night, watching 'Ray Donovan,' I'll put bags of ice on my shoulders, knees, and back. It's a miracle cure.

Music is a wonderful way of healing and helping get through things.

If you're feeling a little bit down, a bit of kneading helps.

The thing that nobody talks about with nurseries is that it's also about creating a beautiful place for you. You spend so much time there, it needs to be a soft place to land.

The end of pain we take as happiness.

I don't feel like I need to be on an island to be enjoying myself and relaxing.

I am sure there are things that can't be cured by a good bath but I can't think of one.