Care Quote by e. e. cummings
“XVII Lady, i will touch you with my mind. Touch you and touch and touch until you give me suddenly a smile,shyly obscene (lady i will touch you with my mind.)Touch you,that is all, lightly and you utterly will become with infinite care the poem which i do not write.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “XVII Lady” (published in 1923)
The speaker seeks an intimate, mental connection with a woman, desiring a profound, almost spiritual intimacy that transcends physical touch.
In simple terms: Desires deep mental intimacy.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deep, respectful connections.
Themes
love
intimacy
creativity
Mood
intimate
artistic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- artistic collaboration
- mindful listening
Key Concepts
psycho‑sexuality
spiritual yearning
poetic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance desire with consent?
- What does “mind touch” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Intense desire may feel invasive.
