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Admiration Quote by Thomas Mann

“But admiration and sadness, admiration and worry, is not that almost a definition of love?" "There are people with whom it is not easy to live, but whom it is impossible to leave.” quote by Thomas Mann
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““But admiration and sadness, admiration and worry, is not that almost a definition of love?" "There are people with whom it is not easy to live, but whom it is impossible to leave.””

Thomas Mann

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Magic Mountain" by Thomas Mann, 1924

Love intertwines admiration, sadness, and worry, especially with people who are both indispensable and challenging to live with.

In simple terms: Love mixes admiration, sadness, and worry.

Key Takeaway

Accept love’s complex emotions.

Themes

love complexity dependence conflict

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • friendship dynamics
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology of relationships human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you navigate love with difficult yet essential people?
  • What balances admiration with realistic expectations?
A Different Perspective

Love’s paradox can cause emotional turmoil.

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