Cities Quote by Caroline Gordon
“... passion, once unleashed, has a way of unleashing other passions -- a principle adhered to as firmly by the police force of any large modern city as by the Greek tragedians.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The City and the Sea, 1935
Passion ignites further passions, a chain reaction seen in both law enforcement and ancient tragedy.
In simple terms: One passion sparks many others.
Key Takeaway
Nurture initial passions to inspire more.
Themes
passion
cascade
influence
Mood
enthusiastic
reflective
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative work
- team leadership
- artistic projects
Key Concepts
psychology of motivation
cultural archetypes
Questions to Reflect On
- What passion fuels your next project?
- How can you channel passion responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Passion can become obsessive if unchecked.
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