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“'Twas but a dream, yet by my heart I knew, Which still was panting, part of it was true: Oh how I strove the rest to have believed; Ashamed and angry to be undeceived!” quote by Aphra Behn
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“'Twas but a dream, yet by my heart I knew, Which still was panting, part of it was true: Oh how I strove the rest to have believed; Ashamed and angry to be undeceived!”

Aphra Behn

About This Quote

Source Play: The Rover, 1677

A dream feels real, yet reality may be harsh; we struggle between belief and disillusionment.

In simple terms: Dreams clash with reality.

Key Takeaway

Balance hope with critical awareness.

Themes

illusion reality hope

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal goals
  • relationships
  • political movements

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance self-deception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What dreams do you cling to?
  • How do you reconcile hope with reality?
A Different Perspective

Blind optimism can lead to disappointment.

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