Affection Quote by Fernando Pessoa
“Time, which grays hair and wrinkles faces, also withers violent affections, and much more quickly.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: The Book of Disquiet, 1913
Time erodes physical appearance and softens passionate emotions, accelerating change.
In simple terms: Time ages bodies and cools passions.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change and cherish moments.
Themes
philosophy
time
emotion
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
- life planning
Key Concepts
existentialism
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with time’s effects?
- What passions have you let fade?
A Different Perspective
Time’s impact varies across cultures and individuals.
