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Coherence Quote by Lawrence Durrell

“Somewhere in the heart of experience there is an order and a coherence which we might purprise if we were attentive enough, loving enough, or patient enough.” quote by Lawrence Durrell
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“Somewhere in the heart of experience there is an order and a coherence which we might purprise if we were attentive enough, loving enough, or patient enough.”

Lawrence Durrell

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Alexandria Quartet, 1957

Deep attention, love, and patience reveal an underlying order in chaotic experiences, suggesting meaning emerges through mindful engagement.

In simple terms: Patience and love uncover hidden patterns.

Key Takeaway

Practice attentive, loving observation.

Themes

mindfulness order experience

Mood

contemplative inquisitive

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • creative writing
  • education

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology aesthetics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What patterns emerge when you pause and listen?
  • How does love change your perception of chaos?
A Different Perspective

Finding order may be elusive without sustained effort.

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