sorrow and sadness

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Ju

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What are the differences between sorrow and sadness?

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Check out the following explanation: Rambling Jen: Sorrow vs. Sadness
But don't take Rambling Jen too seriously. Apparently you can't feel sorrow unless you believe in souls and God.
She does make some useful distinctions though - like saying that an element of regret is present in sorrow, but not necessarily in sadness.
 
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