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“Every time you come near me,” he said, “you come closer to the end of everything.” “It does not feel that way,” she said. “It feels like I am coming closer to the beginning.” quote by Malinda Lo
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““Every time you come near me,” he said, “you come closer to the end of everything.” “It does not feel that way,” she said. “It feels like I am coming closer to the beginning.””

Malinda Lo

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Language of Flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh, 2011

Shows contrasting perceptions of proximity to endings versus beginnings, highlighting personal transformation.

In simple terms: One sees endings, another sees beginnings.

Key Takeaway

Perspective changes meaning.

Themes

identity change perception relationships growth

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • relationship dialogues
  • self‑discovery moments

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology narrative framing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can embracing beginnings reshape fear?
A Different Perspective

May focusing on endings cause fear?

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