30 best Eeyore quotes that will turn your frown upside down
We all know Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh because of his wit, sense of humor, and pessimistic nature. The donkey is a fictional character that first appeared in children's stories over nine decades ago. Although many Eeyore quotes are somewhat pessimistic, both children and adults learn something new from this character.
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Author A.A. Milne created Eeyore in the 1926 book titled Winnie-the-Pooh. He is a donkey whose tail is attached to the rest of his body by a nail. The most notable thing about him is that he often makes bitter and self-deprecating comments. He is the complete opposite of Winnie the Pooh, who is an affectionate but clumsy bear. Winnie also has a very little brain.
Best Eeyore quotes
Where did the name Eyeore come from? Other characters in the story have their usual animal names, such as Owl and Rabbit. However, the donkey's name is drawn from the phonetic spelling of the sound that donkeys make.
Eyeore sayings vary depending on his mood. Sometimes, he has pitiful words, while other times, he utters words that are full of wisdom.
Does Eeyore have depression? Although he is not clinically diagnosed with depression, Eeyore shows five significant signs of depression.
He is mostly in a depressed mood during the day, has low interest in any activity, and is almost always fatigued. He also often feels worthless and usually displays a diminished ability to concentrate.
There is almost always something to learn from an Eeyore quote.
Famous Winnie the Pooh Eeyore quotes
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The donkey friend of Winnie the Pooh almost always has words that make him sound like a wretched and very miserable character. Some of his most famous words include the following;
- "Don't worry about me. Go and enjoy yourself. I'll stay here and be miserable."
- "Not much of a house, just right for not much of a donkey."
- "I was so upset, I forgot to be happy."
- "My eyes are open, but my mind is asleep."
- "Most likely lose it again, anyway."
Sad Eeyore sayings
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The donkey often feels sad because none of his other friends seem to notice him. He is often the Debbie Downer of the group. Some of his most disturbing words include the following;
- "Nobody tells me. Nobody keeps me informed. I make it 17 days come Friday since anybody spoke to me."
- "After all, one can't complain. I have my friends. Somebody spoke to me only yesterday. And was it last week or the week before that Rabbit bumped into me and said 'Bother!'. The Social Round. Always something going on."
- "After all, what are birthdays? Here today and gone tomorrow."
- "Thanks for noticin' me."
What is Eeyore's catch phrase? "Thanks for noticin' me" is his most frequently used phrase.
- "It's the only could in the sky, and it's drizzling, right on me. Somehow, I'm not surprised."
Thoughtful Winnie the Pooh donkey quotes
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Although he is often sad and downcast, Winnie the Pooh donkey sometimes utters words of wisdom and encouragement. Some of the thought-provoking utterances from him include the following;
- "A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all the difference."
- "The nice thing about rain is that it stops eventually."
- "It never hurts to keep looking for sunshine."
- "I know I'm just a Eeyore, but if you feel sad, I'll be your smile. If you cry, I'll be your comfort. And if someone breaks your heart, we can use mine to live. I'll always be by your side—your Eeyore."
- "I never get my hopes up, so I never get let down."
Quotes about Eeyore's tail
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The donkey often loses his tail. It is an unusual tail because it is attached to him by a nail. While it may seem worthless to others, it is a treasure to him. He is attached to it, and says the following words about it;
- "It's not much of a tail, but I'm sort of attached to it."
- "It's an awful nice tail, Kanga. Much nicer than the rest of me."
- "A tail isn't a tail to them, it's just a little bit extra at the back."
- "When your tail is missing, Remember you have every right to mope."
- "No. But I sure do like this new tail."
Advice quotes
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The donkey is sometimes inspirational. When one overlooks his sad face and tone, they find deep meaning in his words. Unlike Winnie the Pooh who is of little brain, the donkey is witty, and his advice is meaningful and useful.
- "When stuck in the river, it is best to dive and swim to the bank yourself before someone drops a large stone on your chest in an attempt to hoosh you there."
- "No Give and Take. No Exchange of Thought. It gets you nowhere, particularly if the other person's tail is only just in sight for the second half of the conversation."
- "If the person you are talking to doesn't appear to be listening, be patient."
- "I'm not asking anybody… I'm just telling everybody. We can look for the North Pole, or we can play 'Here we go gathering Nuts in May' with the end part of an ants' nest. It's all the same to me."
- "Could you ask your friend to do his exercises somewhere else? I shall be having lunch directly, and don't want it bounced on just before I begin. A trifling matter, and fussy of me, but we all have our little ways."
Pessimistic quotes
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Some of his quotes are not just sad; they are negative and pessimistic. His most pessimistic quotes include the following;
- "If it is a good morning, which I doubt."
- "I'd say thistles, but nobody listens to me, anyway."
- "Sure is a cheerful color. Guess I'll have to get used to it."
- "It's all for naught."
- "I'm telling you. People come and go in this Forest, and they say, 'It's only Eeyore, so it doesn't count.'"
What is wrong with Eeyore? The donkey from Winnie the Pooh always looks like he has a problem because of reasons such as losing his tail and not being noticed by the other animals. He often shows symptoms of depression.
Although the donkey is usually sad and downcast as he talks, Eeyore quotes teach us something new and remind us to appreciate ourselves more in life. Which of his quotes is your favorite?
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