Around the corner Quote by Kim Dong Hwa
““The heart of a woman is really strange. There are days we long for a fireplace where we can warm our hearts through the night. If we don't have one we grumble, but we take solace in the company of family and friends. Yet through it all, we yearn for that fiery hearth that we can tend to all through the night. Though summer is already here and the summer solstice is just around the corner, my heart aches and I feel cold. I long for that someone and I feel cold...For no apparent reason, I feel cold.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, Kim Dong Hwa, 2020
The speaker feels an emotional coldness despite summer, longing for warmth and connection, using fire and hearth as metaphors for love and companionship.
In simple terms: A yearning for emotional warmth and companionship.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaningful connections to fulfill emotional needs.
Themes
loneliness
longing
emotional warmth
seasonal metaphor
companionship
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
introspective
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- mental health counseling
- creative writing workshops
- friendship building
- seasonal festivals
Key Concepts
Metaphor of fire
psychology of coldness
seasonal symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What relationships bring you emotional warmth?
- How can you create a personal "hearth" in daily life?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may idealize warmth, overlooking practical ways to address loneliness.
