There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music.
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When a Cat adopts you, and I am not superstitious at all I don't mean only Black cats there is nothing to be done about it except to put up with it and wait until the wind changes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that the bond formed with a cat is inevitable and must be accepted, regardless of any superstitions.
In this quote, T. S. Eliot highlights the unique relationship between humans and cats, implying that when a cat chooses to be with you, it signifies a special connection that transcends superstition. Rather than resist this bond, individuals should embrace it and allow the relationship to develop naturally, waiting for circumstances to change, much like waiting for the wind to shift.
Themes
CatAdoptionRelationshipsBondSuperstition
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of animal companionship, you could quote Eliot to emphasize the significance of the bond with pets.
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