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“We were given: Two hands to hold. Two legs to walk. Two eyes to see. Two ears to listen. But why only one heart? Because the other was given to someone else for us to find." — Author Unknown” quote by Taryn Plendl
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““We were given: Two hands to hold. Two legs to walk. Two eyes to see. Two ears to listen. But why only one heart? Because the other was given to someone else for us to find." — Author Unknown””

Taryn Plendl

About This Quote

Source Short story: “The Gift of the Heart”, 2019 (online anthology)

Humans receive two hands, legs, eyes, ears, but only one heart, which belongs to another we must seek.

In simple terms: We share a heart with someone else.

Key Takeaway

Seek connections that complete you.

Themes

love relationships humanity

Mood

poetic thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • friendship building
  • romantic pursuit
  • community service
  • spiritual quests

Key Concepts

existentialism shared destiny

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who is the “other” you are meant to find?
  • How do you balance self‑love with giving?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize sacrifice, ignoring personal boundaries.

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