Desired Quote by Leigh Bardugo
““The problem with wanting is that is makes us weak. How right he was. I'd wanted so badly to belong somewhere, anywhere. I'd been so eager to please him, so proud to keep his secrets. But I'd never bothered to question what he might really want, what his true motives might be. I'd been too busy imagining myself by his side, the savior of Ravka, most treasured, most desired, like some kind of queen.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: *Six of Crows*, 2015
Desire for belonging can blind us to others’ motives, making us vulnerable.
In simple terms: Wanting acceptance can weaken judgment.
Key Takeaway
Question motives before devotion.
Themes
desire
identity
trust
vulnerability
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- friendships
- romantic pursuits
- political alliances
Key Concepts
psychology
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you seek acceptance for?
- How can you balance desire and self‑awareness?
A Different Perspective
Desire can also inspire positive growth.
