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Falling in love Quote by Graham Greene

“One can't reason away regret-it's a bit like falling in love, falling into regret.” quote by Graham Greene
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““One can't reason away regret-it's a bit like falling in love, falling into regret.””

Graham Greene

About This Quote

Source Novel: The End of the Affair, 1951

Regret is an emotional state that resists logical analysis, akin to love’s irrational pull.

In simple terms: Regret can’t be solved by reasoning.

Key Takeaway

Accept regret, learn from it.

Themes

regret emotion irrationality

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • relationship breakup
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology human experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does acknowledging regret change its power?
  • Can love and regret coexist?
A Different Perspective

Regret may persist despite acceptance.

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