Emotional life Quote by Kay Redfield Jamison
““Normal people are not always boring. On the contrary. Volatility and passion, although often more romantic and enticing, are not intrinsically preferable to a steadiness of experience and feeling about another person (nor are they incompatible). These are beliefs, of course, that one has intuitively about friendships and family; they become less obvious when caught up in a romantic life that mirrors, magnifies, and perpetuates one's own mercurial emotional life and temperament. It has been with my pleasure, and not-inconsiderable pain, that I have learned about the possibilities of love - its steadiness and its growth - from my husband, the man with whom I had lived for almost a decade.””
About This Quote
Source Book: An Unquiet Mind, John Redfield Jamison, 1995
Steady, consistent love can be more valuable than volatile, passionate relationships, especially in long‑term partnerships.
In simple terms: Consistent love may outweigh intense romance.
Key Takeaway
Value steadiness in relationships.
Themes
love
relationships
stability
growth
emotional intelligence
Mood
reflective
balanced
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- family life
- friendships
- long‑term partnerships
Key Concepts
attachment theory
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize stability over excitement?
- How can steadiness and passion coexist?
A Different Perspective
Passion can still be essential for personal fulfillment.
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