Lust Quote by Loretta Chase
““Good God!" she cried. She rolled off him, tugging down her clothing. "Are you mad?" He blinked and dragged in air. "Well, yes," he said thickly. "Lust does that to a man." "You thought we could-you would-do... that? In public? "I wasn't thinking about where we were." Her eyes widened. "I'm a man," he said with what he was sure must be, in the circumstances, saintly patience. "I can do one or the other. Lovemaking or thinking. But not both at the same time.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Secret Life of a Woman, 1924
A character confesses that he cannot simultaneously engage in physical intimacy and deep thought, suggesting a conflict between desire and intellect.
In simple terms: He says love and thinking can't happen together.
Key Takeaway
Balance desire and intellect.
Themes
love
intimacy
thought
self‑control
human nature
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
romantic
Type
philosophical
psychological
literary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- creative writing
- psychotherapy
- self‑reflection
- educational discussion
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
sexuality
dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love and deep thought coexist?
- How do you manage desire and reasoning?
A Different Perspective
Human experience often involves navigating competing impulses, not a strict impossibility.
