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“What we feel is mortal, and won't come again.” quote by Ruth Padel
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“What we feel is mortal, and won't come again.”

Ruth Padel

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Unreliable Voice”, 2015

The fleeting nature of human emotions means they are unique and cannot be recaptured, urging appreciation of each moment.

In simple terms: Feelings are temporary and never repeat.

Key Takeaway

Cherish experiences as they happen.

Themes

emotion impermanence mindfulness philosophy poetry

Mood

melancholic contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily gratitude
  • creative writing
  • therapy
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

ephemerality human experience temporal awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moments do you wish you could relive?
  • How does impermanence affect your choices?
A Different Perspective

Some may argue emotions can be revisited through memory or art.

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