Realizations may be the result of thoughts expressed in Idioms.
Realization is the dread that hits when the Realization comes.

Coming to realization as would to Reluctant conclusion.
Acceptance Of bare fragile humaness; sentimental delusion.

Realization is the cognition of the outcome of the act.
Realization comes As you contemplate a deep sobering fact.

Oh! The Realization Numbs somewhat like distant Rolling drums.
Realizing o' so Jarringly That all you've got left are the Crumbs.
Happy Birthday
Sobering Ain't It!