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E eu tenho do alto orgulho a timidez E sinto horror a…

“E eu tenho do alto orgulho a timidez E sinto horror a abrir o ser a alguém, A confiar n'alguém. Horror eu sinto A que prescrute alguém, ou levemente Ou não, quaisquer recantos do meu ser.” quote by Fernando Pessoa
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““E eu tenho do alto orgulho a timidez E sinto horror a abrir o ser a alguém, A confiar n'alguém. Horror eu sinto A que prescrute alguém, ou levemente Ou não, quaisquer recantos do meu ser.””

Fernando Pessoa

About This Quote

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

The poet confesses pride in his shyness and fear of exposing his inner self, fearing judgment and the unknown aspects of his being.

In simple terms: Shyness and fear of revealing oneself.

Key Takeaway

Accept vulnerability despite fear.

Themes

vulnerability self‑awareness fear

Mood

introspective melancholic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • creative expression
  • therapy

Key Concepts

intimacy self‑acceptance psychological depth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you safely share your inner self?
  • What holds you back from trusting others?
A Different Perspective

Opening up can risk rejection.

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