Desire Quote by Nicole Krauss
““Just as there was a first instant when someone rubbed two sticks together to make a spark, there was a first time joy was felt, and a first time for sadness. For a while, new feelings were being invented all the time. Desire was born early, as was regret. When stubbornness was felt for the first time, it started a chain reaction, creating the feeling of resentment on the one hand, and alienation and loneliness on the other. It might have been a certain counterclockwise movement of the hips that marked the birth of ecstasy; a bolt of lightening that caused the feeling of awe. Contrary to logic, the feeling of surprise wasn’t born immediately. It only came after people had enough time to get used to things as they were. And when enough time had passed, and someone felt the first feeling of surprise, someone, somewhere else, felt the first pang of nostalgia.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The History of Love by Nicole Krauss, 2005
Human emotions emerge sequentially, each new feeling building on previous experiences, shaping our inner life.
In simple terms: Feelings develop one after another.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor each emotional milestone.
Themes
emotion
development
human experience
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative writing
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
psychology
neuroscience
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What new feeling have you recently discovered?
- How do early emotions influence later ones?
A Different Perspective
Emotions are not isolated; they interact and can be overwhelming.
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