Bored Quote by Samuel Hoffenstein
“When you're away, I'm restless, lonely, wretched, bored, dejected; only here's the rub, my darling dear, I feel the same when you're near.”
About This Quote
Source Song lyric: "When You're Away" by Samuel Hoffenstein, 1930s
Love can feel the same whether the beloved is near or far, highlighting emotional paradox.
In simple terms: Love feels similar near and far.
Key Takeaway
Accept the paradox of longing.
Themes
love
loneliness
paradox
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
- personal reflection
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
emotional duality
attachment
yearning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this paradox reveal about your needs?
- How can you honor feelings when apart?
A Different Perspective
The feeling may mask underlying needs for connection.
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