Blind Quote by D. H. Lawrence
“She let him come further, his lips came and surging, surging, soft, oh soft, yet on, like the powerful surge of water, irresistible, till with a little blind cry, she broke away.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Women, D. H. Lawrence, 1920
A woman resists an overwhelming, sensual attraction, ultimately breaking free despite its intensity.
In simple terms: She fights a powerful, irresistible desire.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and set boundaries against overpowering urges.
Themes
desire
self‑control
intimacy
freedom
Mood
conflicted
intense
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- personal boundaries
- emotional self‑regulation
Key Concepts
psychology
seduction
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt a desire that threatened your autonomy?
- How can you assert limits without guilt?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize coercion, overlooking consent issues.
