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“A amante que acossamos, a amante que suspeitamos que está prestes a trair-nos, é a própria vida, e, embora já não a sintamos a mesma, ainda acreditamos nela, ficamos em todo caso na dúvida, até o dia em que afinal nos abandona.” quote by Marcel Proust
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““A amante que acossamos, a amante que suspeitamos que está prestes a trair-nos, é a própria vida, e, embora já não a sintamos a mesma, ainda acreditamos nela, ficamos em todo caso na dúvida, até o dia em que afinal nos abandona.””

Marcel Proust

About This Quote

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

The quote reflects how we obsess over a relationship, fearing betrayal, yet cling to it despite doubts, until it finally ends.

In simple terms: We cling to relationships we fear losing, even when we doubt them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address doubts before they erode trust.

Themes

relationships trust fear attachment betrayal

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • romantic partnership
  • friendship
  • family ties

Key Concepts

psychology attachment theory existential anxiety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fears keep you attached to uncertain relationships?
  • How can you confront doubts before they become self‑fulfilling?
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