Always thinking Quote by Hans Christian Andersen
“She thought, "He whom I love more than my father or mother, he of whom I am always thinking, and in whose hands I would so willingly trust my lifelong happiness. I dare do anything to win him and to gain an immortal soul.”
About This Quote
Source Story: The Little Mermaid, 1837
A lover longs for a beloved so deeply that they would sacrifice everything, even their soul, to be with them.
In simple terms: Deep love drives extreme devotion.
Key Takeaway
Cherish love, but keep self‑worth.
Themes
love
devotion
self‑sacrifice
identity
risk
Mood
passionate
tragic
Type
literary
romantic
When to use this quote
- courtship
- personal sacrifice
- spiritual quest
Key Concepts
Romantic idealism
self‑loss
immortality
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the limits of love?
- How to balance devotion with self‑respect?
A Different Perspective
Love can blind one to personal boundaries and self‑preservation.
