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“Follow your heart, and you perish.” quote by Margaret Laurence
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“Follow your heart, and you perish.”

Margaret Laurence

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Diviners, 1974

Following emotions blindly leads to self-destruction.

In simple terms: Heart without reason harms.

Key Takeaway

Balance feeling with thought.

Themes

emotion reason self‑destruction

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

literary advice

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • career choices
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

impulsivity psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have emotions misled you?
  • What guides you beyond feelings?
A Different Perspective

Emotions alone can cause ruin without guidance.

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