Comforted Quote by William Butler Yeats
“O heart! O heart! if she'd but turn her head You'd know the folly of being comforted.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Wild Swans at Coole", 1917
Desire for affection reveals vulnerability; longing for comfort can be foolish.
In simple terms: Longing can be foolish.
Key Takeaway
Balance desire with self-reliance.
Themes
love
vulnerability
folly
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- self-reflection
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
poetry
human emotion
Questions to Reflect On
- What comforts do you seek?
- How does longing affect decisions?
A Different Perspective
Obsessive longing may blind judgment.
