Friendship Quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
““he had been afraid of finding things quite different, and now it pained him to find them so unchanged. the prospect of meeting people, of looking up old friends left him vaguely bored. from a distance fancy is free to roam. the tender friendships one gives up, on parting, leave their bite on the heart, but also a curious feeling of a treasure somewhere buried. what selfish love such flights occasionally attest !””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Night Flight, 1931
He feels disappointment when the world stays unchanged, yet nostalgia for past friendships leaves a lingering, buried treasure of emotion.
In simple terms: Change is scarce, but memories hold hidden value.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaning in both constancy and loss.
Themes
nostalgia
disappointment
change
memory
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- reunion gatherings
- reflecting on past relationships
- personal growth
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existential longing
emotional resonance
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- What “treasure” do you keep hidden in unchanged routines?
- How can nostalgia inspire present actions?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the positive aspects of stability.
