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“When I am sad and weary When I think all hope has gone When I walk along High Holborn I think of you with nothing on.” quote by Adrian Mitchell
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““When I am sad and weary When I think all hope has gone When I walk along High Holborn I think of you with nothing on.””

Adrian Mitchell

About This Quote

Source Poem: “When I am sad and weary” published in 1975 collection.

Loneliness in a city leads the poet to imagine a loved one’s presence as comfort.

In simple terms: City loneliness makes one imagine a loved one’s comfort.

Key Takeaway

Find solace in imagined connections during isolation.

Themes

loneliness city comfort

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

poetic personal

When to use this quote

  • walking
  • writing
  • mindfulness
  • seeking companionship

Key Concepts

imagined presence emotional coping

Questions to Reflect On

  • What comforts you in lonely moments?
  • How can you create real connections?
A Different Perspective

Imagined comfort may not replace real support.

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