Direct Quote by Marcel Proust
“The charms of the passing woman are generally in direct proportion to the swiftness of her passing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: In Search of Lost Time, 1913
A woman’s charm is proportional to how quickly she departs.
In simple terms: Charm grows with fleetingness.
Appreciate moments before they fade.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- art appreciation
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we value what we cannot keep?
- How does loss intensify desire?
Short‑lived charm may be illusory.