The poet is one who is able to keep the fresh vision of the child alive.
Anais NinRead
What everyone forgets is that passion is not merely a heightened sensual fusion but a way of life which produces, as in the mystics, an ecstatic awareness of the whole of life.
Interpretation
Passion transcends physical desire and is a profound way of experiencing life in its entirety.
Anais Nin's quote emphasizes that true passion is not limited to physical attraction or sensual experiences; rather, it is a holistic viewpoint that enriches one's entire existence. It suggests that passion fosters a deeper awareness and appreciation of life, akin to the insights gained by mystics, leading to a more ecstatically lived life.
In practice
In a motivational speech about pursuing one's dreams, one might invoke this quote to highlight the importance of living passionately.
The poet is one who is able to keep the fresh vision of the child alive.
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