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Army Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

“My waking thoughts are all of thee. Your portrait and the remembrance of last night's delirium have robbed my senses of repose. Sweet and incomparable Josephine, what an extraordinary influence you have over my heart. Are you vexed? Do I see you sad? Are you ill at ease? My soul is broken with…” quote by Napoleon Bonaparte
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“My waking thoughts are all of thee. Your portrait and the remembrance of last night's delirium have robbed my senses of repose. Sweet and incomparable Josephine, what an extraordinary influence you have over my heart. Are you vexed? Do I see you sad? Are you ill at ease? My soul is broken with grief, and there is no rest for your lover.”

Napoleon Bonaparte

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1805

Intense longing and grief for a lover dominate thoughts, reflecting obsessive devotion.

In simple terms: Obsessive love consumes mind.

Key Takeaway

Channel emotions constructively.

Themes

love obsession grief

Mood

melancholic passionate dramatic

Type

letter poetry historical

When to use this quote

  • poetry
  • personal letters
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

psychology romanticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does obsession affect wellbeing?
  • Can love be balanced with self‑care?
A Different Perspective

May glorify unhealthy fixation.

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