Children Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
““The human heart is so strong, and often so unreasonable! A boy meets a girl; they fall in love with each other. They grow up, marry, have children, and think, “These are mine.” Possessiveness makes people forget they were strangers before they met, that death will sever their present relationship, and that the children they call their own have only been given to them to look after during one lifetime. When their loved ones are snatched away by death, they grieve and wonder what life is all about.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Autobiography of a Yogi, 1946
Human love is powerful yet irrational, leading to possessiveness and grief when loss occurs.
In simple terms: Love is strong, irrational, and can cause grief.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love’s impermanence.
Themes
love
impermanence
grief
Mood
melancholy
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- parenthood
- bereavement
Key Concepts
attachment
spirituality
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- How does attachment affect perception of loss?
- Can love be both possessive and compassionate?
A Different Perspective
Possessiveness can blind one to the transient nature of relationships.
