Born Quote by Haruki Murakami
“Everybody's born with some different thing at the core of their existence. And that thing, whatever it is, becomes like a heat source that runs each person from the inside. I have one too, of course. Like everybody else. But sometimes it gets out of hand. It swells or shrinks inside me, and it shakes me up. What I'd really like to do is find a way to communicate that feeling to another person.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami, 1987
Each person carries an inner drive or purpose that fuels their actions, but it can become overwhelming or diminish, affecting emotional stability.
In simple terms: Everyone has an inner purpose that can be strong or weak.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and balance your inner drive.
Themes
identity
purpose
emotion
balance
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- creative work
- mental health
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify your core purpose?
- What helps you regulate intense inner feelings?
A Different Perspective
The inner drive may clash with external expectations, causing stress.
