Cause Quote by Marie Anne de Vichy-Chamrond, marquise du Deffand
“I love nothing and that is the true cause of my ennui.”
About This Quote
The speaker claims that loving nothing leads to boredom, suggesting that desire fuels purpose and engagement.
In simple terms: Lack of desire causes emptiness.
Find meaningful desires.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career stagnation
- creative blocks
- relationship apathy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “nothing” truly mean to you?
- How can desire be cultivated healthily?