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Choices Quote by Daphne du Maurier

“He lacked tenderness; he was rude; and he had more than a streak of cruelty in him; he was a thief and a liar. He stood for everything she feared and hated and despised; but she knew she could love him... This was no choice made with the mind.” quote by Daphne du Maurier
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“He lacked tenderness; he was rude; and he had more than a streak of cruelty in him; he was a thief and a liar. He stood for everything she feared and hated and despised; but she knew she could love him... This was no choice made with the mind.”

Daphne du Maurier

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About This Quote

Love can coexist with fear and revulsion, showing that emotional bonds often defy rational choice.

In simple terms: Love persists despite negative traits.

Key Takeaway

Emotion can override logic.

Themes

contradiction emotional complexity irrationality relationships

Mood

conflicted melancholic

Type

narrative psychological

When to use this quote

  • turbulent romance
  • family dynamics
  • psychological analysis

Key Concepts

love fear conflict

Practical Applications

  • therapy sessions
  • literary analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we cling to harmful partners?
  • What does this reveal about emotional autonomy?

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