Appetite Quote by Mary Borden
“Love, is it? First you lose your appetite, then you lose your tongue, then you take leave of your senses, and that's love!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, early 20th-century verse
Love consumes basic needs, silences speech, and overwhelms senses, turning them into love’s expression.
In simple terms: Love overwhelms appetite, speech, and senses.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love’s all‑consuming nature.
Themes
love
desire
loss of self
Mood
intense
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- creative inspiration
- grief coping
- personal transformation
Key Concepts
sensory overload
passion
Questions to Reflect On
- What senses are muted by love?
- How do you balance love with personal needs?
A Different Perspective
Intense love can lead to neglect of self‑care.
