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“You can’t see anything properly while your eyes are blurred with tears. You can’t, in most things, get what you want if you want it too desperately: anyway, you can’t get the best out of it.” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““You can’t see anything properly while your eyes are blurred with tears. You can’t, in most things, get what you want if you want it too desperately: anyway, you can’t get the best out of it.””

C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Emotional distress clouds perception and desire, leading to poor decisions and missed opportunities.

In simple terms: Tears blur vision and hinder desire.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and manage emotions to see clearly.

Themes

emotion perception desire decision making wisdom

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • goal setting
  • creative work

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy spirituality self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you clear emotional fog?
  • When can intense desire be beneficial?
A Different Perspective

Emotions are sometimes necessary for depth; suppression may be harmful.

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