Life Quote by Charles Dickens
““I have been deceived, before, in the objects whom I have endeavoured to benefit; but I feel strongly disposed to trust you, nevertheless; and I am more interested in your behalf than I can well account for, even to myself. The persons on whom I have bestowed my dearest love, lie deep in their graves; but, although the happiness and delight of my life lie buried there too, I have not made a coffin of my heart, and sealed it up, forever,on my best affections. Deep affliction has but strengthened and refined them...””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations, 1861
Even after betrayal, the narrator chooses trust and love, finding that suffering deepens affection.
In simple terms: Trust despite betrayal, love deepens.
Key Takeaway
Embrace trust and love despite pain.
Themes
trust
love
betrayal
resilience
Mood
hopeful
melancholic
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal healing
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
literature
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you love without fear of loss?
- How does pain shape affection?
A Different Perspective
Trust may lead to further hurt.
