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Fall in love Quote by Anaïs Nin

“There are things one reads that make you aware that you have lived nothing, felt nothing, experienced nothing up to that time. How can i begin to feel - to feel? I want to fall in love in such a way that the mere sight of a man, even a block away from me, will shake and pierce me.” quote by Anaïs Nin
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““There are things one reads that make you aware that you have lived nothing, felt nothing, experienced nothing up to that time. How can i begin to feel - to feel? I want to fall in love in such a way that the mere sight of a man, even a block away from me, will shake and pierce me.””

Anaïs Nin

About This Quote

Source Book: Henry & June, Anaïs Nin, 1971

The quote expresses a yearning to feel deeply and love intensely after realizing a life of emotional emptiness.

In simple terms: Desire for deep feeling and love after emptiness.

Key Takeaway

Seek experiences that awaken emotions.

Themes

longing love self‑discovery

Mood

reflective yearning introspective

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • personal growth
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

existential yearning emotional awakening

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do today to feel more alive?
  • How do you define love beyond physical attraction?
A Different Perspective

Emotional depth may be fleeting without sustained effort.

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