Feelings Quote by Cynthia Ozick
“Is there a word more passionate than passion? Obsession, total immersion, the feeling that everything else doesn't matter.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Passion of the Narrative" by Cynthia Ozick, 1995
Obsession intensifies passion, turning focus into an all‑consuming drive that eclipses everything else.
In simple terms: Obsession makes passion all‑consuming.
Key Takeaway
Channel that intensity into purposeful work.
Themes
passion
obsession
focus
intensity
Mood
intense
driven
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative projects
- entrepreneurial ventures
- intense relationships
- personal mastery
Key Concepts
psychology
motivation
flow
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate healthy passion from destructive obsession?
- What boundaries protect you from losing perspective?
A Different Perspective
Obsession can become unhealthy if it blinds you to balance.
