Passion Quote by Tom Robbins
““Passion isn't a path through the woods. Passion is the woods. It's the deepest, wildest part of the forest; the grove where the fairies still dance and obscene old vipers snooze in the boughs. Everybody but the most dried up and dysfunctional is drawn to the grove and enchanted by its mysteries, but then they just can't wait to call in the chain saws and bulldozers and replace it with a family-style restaurant or a new S and L. That's the payoff, I guess. Safety. Security. Certainty. Yes, indeed. Well, remember this, pussy latte: we're not involved in a 'relationship,' you and I, we're involved in a collision. Collisions don't much lend themselves to secure futures...””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Still Life with Woodpeckers by Tom Robbins, 1980
Passion is an untamed, chaotic force within us, not a simple route; it resists being tamed into safe, predictable structures.
In simple terms: Passion is wild, not a path.
Key Takeaway
Respect its wildness, avoid forcing it into safe molds.
Themes
creativity
wildness
authenticity
conflict
security
Mood
intense
reflective
defiant
Type
philosophical
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic pursuits
- personal relationships
- career choices
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
Existentialism
creative freedom
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor passion without trying to domesticate it?
- What risks arise when safety is prioritized over authenticity?
A Different Perspective
Attempting to control passion often leads to loss of its vitality and authenticity.
