Think of my Pleasure in Solitude, in comparison of my…
““Think of my Pleasure in Solitude, in comparison of my commerce with the world - there I am a child - there they do not know me not even my most intimate acquaintance - I give into their feelings as though I were refraining from irritating a little child - Some think me middling, others silly, other foolish - every one thinks he sees my weak side against my will; when in thruth it is with my will - I am content to be thought all this because I have in my own breast so graet a resource. This is one great reason why they like me so; because they can all show to advantage in a room, and eclipese from a certain tact one who is reckoned to be a good Poet - I hope I am not here playing tricks 'to make the angels weep': I think not: for I have not the least contempt for my species; and though it may sound paradoxical: my greatest elevations of Soul leave me every time more humbled - Enough of this - though in your Love for me you will not think it enough.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker values solitude and inner richness over external judgments, seeing personal depth as a source of contentment despite others' misconceptions.
In simple terms: Solitude nurtures inner strength despite others..
Key Takeaway
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Themes
inner
self-reflection
solitude
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal writing
- creative work
- social gatherings
- self‑acceptance
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑esteem
Questions to Reflect On
- How does solitude shape your self‑view?
- What inner resources sustain you against criticism?
A Different Perspective
Others may misinterpret inner depth as weakness.