Desire Quote by Nicole Krauss
““Having begun to feel, people’s desire to feel grew. They wanted to feel more, feel deeper, despite how it sometimes hurt. People became addicted to feeling. They struggled to uncover new emotions.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The History of Love,” 2005
The passage describes a growing craving for intense emotions, leading to an addiction to feeling despite its pain.
In simple terms: People seek deeper emotions, even when painful.
Key Takeaway
Balance seeking depth with emotional health.
Themes
emotion
addiction
growth
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- art creation
- relationship building
- self‑reflection
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
psychology
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions are you avoiding?
- How can you experience depth without harm?
A Different Perspective
Intense feeling can become overwhelming or harmful.
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