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Dreamers Quote by Daphne du Maurier

“We were dreamers, both of us, unpractical, reserved, full of great theories never put to test, and like all dreamers, asleep to the waking world. Disliking our fellow men, we craved affection; but shyness kept impulse dormant until the heart was touched. When that happened the heavens opened, and…” quote by Daphne du Maurier
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““We were dreamers, both of us, unpractical, reserved, full of great theories never put to test, and like all dreamers, asleep to the waking world. Disliking our fellow men, we craved affection; but shyness kept impulse dormant until the heart was touched. When that happened the heavens opened, and we felt, the pair of us, that we have the whole wealth of the universe to give. We would have both survived, had we been other men.””

Daphne du Maurier

About This Quote

Source Novel: “Rebecca” (implied) or unpublished poem, early 20th century

Dreamers often stay idle, fearing reality, until love awakens their potential and sense of purpose.

In simple terms: Love can awaken dormant dreams.

Key Takeaway

Seek connection to unlock hidden potential.

Themes

dreams love awakening potential fear

Mood

hopeful introspective

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • creative projects
  • personal crises
  • spiritual quests
  • artistic collaboration

Key Concepts

psychology romance self‑actualization

Questions to Reflect On

  • What awakens your deepest aspirations?
  • How does love change your sense of purpose?
A Different Perspective

Dreams may remain unrealized without action and external inspiration.

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