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“There were times, Sham felt, when the captains regretted there being only two types of limb they could lose to their obsessions.” quote by China Miéville
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““There were times, Sham felt, when the captains regretted there being only two types of limb they could lose to their obsessions.””

China Miéville

About This Quote

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

Obsession can limit perspective, reducing choices to a narrow set of losses.

In simple terms: Obsessions narrow options.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and broaden your view beyond fixations.

Themes

obsession perspective choice

Mood

reflective critical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • creative projects
  • relationship conflicts
  • health habits

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “limb” have you sacrificed for an obsession?
  • Can a fixation ever be beneficial?
A Different Perspective

Obsessions may also drive innovation.

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