Break Quote by John Donne
“So, so, break off this last lamenting kiss, Which sucks two souls, and vapors both away.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Holy Sonnet XIV, 1633
A lover laments a kiss that feels like a draining, separating force, pulling both souls apart.
In simple terms: A kiss that feels like a
Key Takeaway
apart.
Themes
Recognize and avoid relationships that drain you.
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- Romanticism
- metaphor
- dualism
Key Concepts
love
loss
intimacy
energy
boundaries
Practical Applications
- relationship breakup
- emotional health
- self‑care
- intimate conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundaries protect your emotional energy?
- How can intimacy be nurturing rather than draining?
A Different Perspective
A kiss can also be a source of connection, not just loss.
