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“All the overpowering blinding, bewildering, first effects of strong surprise were over with her. Still, however, she had enough to feel! It was agitation, pain, pleasure, a something between delight and misery.” quote by Jane Austen
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““All the overpowering blinding, bewildering, first effects of strong surprise were over with her. Still, however, she had enough to feel! It was agitation, pain, pleasure, a something between delight and misery.””

Jane Austen

About This Quote

Source Novel: Sense and Sensibility, 1811

Describes a complex emotional state blending agitation, pain, pleasure, and mixed feelings.

In simple terms: Mixed emotions of surprise.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and accept nuanced feelings.

Themes

emotion surprise complexity

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • unexpected events
  • personal growth
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

psychology human experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you process conflicting emotions?
  • What role does surprise play in personal development?
A Different Perspective

Strong emotions can be both painful and enriching.

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