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Far away Quote by Pablo Neruda

“Where were you then? Who else was there? Saying what? Why will the whole of love come on me suddenly when I am sad and feel you are far away?” quote by Pablo Neruda
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“Where were you then? Who else was there? Saying what? Why will the whole of love come on me suddenly when I am sad and feel you are far away?”

Pablo Neruda

About This Quote

Source Poem: Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair, 1924

Longing intensifies when distance and sadness separate lovers, prompting sudden emotional surges.

In simple terms: Distance makes love feel sudden and strong.

Key Takeaway

Embrace connection despite distance.

Themes

love longing separation

Mood

romantic melancholic introspective

Type

poetry personal

When to use this quote

  • long-distance relationships
  • grief counseling
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology emotion communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your deepest feelings?
  • How do you maintain closeness apart?
A Different Perspective

Love may fade without effort.

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