Beauty Quote by C. JoyBell C
““Eros (or call it lust if you will), is like a beautiful, magnificent Afghan Hound! A pure white Afghan Hound commanding respect and honor! But if you take the Afghan Hound and lock it in a small cage, shun it and look upon it badly, treat it as a pestilence and wish that it would die; that same creature of beauty will become a vile, unrepentant, dark creature of the shadows! Untrusting, hidden in the corner, aggressive... something that will harm others and yourself! But is this the nature of the creature, is this the fault of the creature? Or are YOU the one who has created the monster that it has become? And this is my philosophy: that we are both corporeal and incorporeal beings, therefore, the same amount of good intent MUST be given to both our soul and our body!””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast episode with C. JoyBell C, 2023
The quote likens desire to a noble animal that can become destructive if mistreated, emphasizing that our treatment of both body and soul determines their nature.
In simple terms: How we treat desire and ourselves shapes their outcome.
Key Takeaway
Treat body and soul with equal respect.
Themes
self
responsibility
duality
intent
philosophy
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
motivational
advice
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- self‑care
- mental health
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
mind‑body dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance care for your physical and spiritual needs?
- What consequences arise from neglecting either aspect?
A Different Perspective
If the body is neglected, it may turn hostile, but the quote may overstate the power of intent alone.
