Arms Quote by Lawrence Durrell
““He always puzzled me —except when I had him in my arms.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Alexandria Quartet by Lawrence Durrell, 1962
A person can be confusing except when held close, revealing intimacy that clarifies mystery.
In simple terms: Close contact makes confusion clear.
Seek intimacy to understand confusion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family
- romantic partnership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does closeness change your view of puzzling behavior?
- When does intimacy obscure truth?
Intimacy may not always resolve deeper issues.