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Longing Quote by Leigh Bardugo

“In the end, maybe love just meant longing for something impossibly bright and forever out of reach.” quote by Leigh Bardugo
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““In the end, maybe love just meant longing for something impossibly bright and forever out of reach.””

Leigh Bardugo

About This Quote

Source Novel: Six of Crows, Leigh Bardugo, 2015

Love may be an unattainable yearning for an ideal that remains forever out of reach.

In simple terms: Love can feel like longing for an impossible ideal.

Key Takeaway

Accept that some desires may never be fulfilled.

Themes

love longing idealism

Mood

wistancholy hopeful

Type

literary reflective

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

romanticism unrequited love

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “bright” ideal do you pursue?
  • How can you find contentment without it?
A Different Perspective

Chasing impossible ideals can cause chronic dissatisfaction.

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