Repulsive Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
““both touching and somehow repulsive.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Crime and Punishment, 1866
The quote captures a paradoxical feeling of attraction mixed with aversion.
In simple terms: Mixed attraction and repulsion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and explore conflicting emotions.
Themes
psychology
human nature
contradiction
Mood
reflective
conflicted
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- intimate relationships
- art criticism
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
paradox
emotional complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers the repulsive aspect?
- Can you separate attraction from aversion?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can be simultaneously appealing and off‑putting.
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