Absences Quote by Enid Bagnold
““In a strange way', she thought, 'these absences suit my nature though not my heart. I love him, I miss him, but I have time to put on my humanity again.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Loved One by Evelyn Waugh, 1948
Absence can match one's temperament but not one's emotional longing; time allows one to regain humanity.
In simple terms: Absence fits nature, not heart; time restores self.
Key Takeaway
Accept the gap, use time to heal.
Themes
loneliness
self‑reflection
healing
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- breakup recovery
- personal growth
- self‑care
- reconnecting with others
Key Concepts
existentialism
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal space with emotional needs?
- What habits help you regain humanity after loss?
A Different Perspective
Time alone may deepen yearning rather than ease it.
