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Love Quote by Daniel Defoe

“And by what secret differing springs are the affections hurried about, as differing circumstances present! To-day we love what to-morrow we hate- to-day we seek what to-morrow we shun- to-day we desire what tomorrow we fear, nay, even tremble at the apprehensions of.” quote by Daniel Defoe
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““And by what secret differing springs are the affections hurried about, as differing circumstances present! To-day we love what to-morrow we hate- to-day we seek what to-morrow we shun- to-day we desire what tomorrow we fear, nay, even tremble at the apprehensions of.””

Daniel Defoe

About This Quote

Source Book: Robinson Crusoe, Daniel Defoe, 1719

Human emotions shift quickly with changing situations, causing love, hate, desire, and fear to flip from day to day.

In simple terms: Feelings change with circumstances.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and adapt to emotional swings.

Themes

change emotion adaptability human nature

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • decision making
  • conflict resolution
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

psychology temporal dynamics cognitive dissonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay true to yourself amid shifting moods?
  • What habits help stabilize your emotional responses?
A Different Perspective

Feelings may be manipulated by external pressures, limiting true self‑knowledge.

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