I can never drive my car over a bridge without thinking of suicide. I can never look at a lake or an ocean without thinking of suicide.
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Never envy a man his lady. Behind it all lays a living hell.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote warns against envying someone's romantic partner, suggesting that their relationship may have hidden struggles.
Charles Bukowski's quote reflects the sentiment that appearances in relationships can be deceiving. While one may envy another's partner, it's important to recognize that behind closed doors, every relationship has its challenges and complexities, which may not be visible to outsiders. Therefore, it's a reminder to appreciate one's own circumstances instead of coveting what others seem to have.
Themes
EnvyRelationshipsLoveHidden StrugglesAppreciation
In practice
Example use cases
During a conversation about relationships, you might use this quote to highlight that one should not envy the partnerships of others.
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