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Tears come from the heart and not from the brain
Leonardo Da Vinci
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Interpretation

What this quote means

True emotions originate from deep feelings rather than intellect.

This quote by Leonardo Da Vinci highlights the idea that genuine feelings, such as sorrow or joy, stem from our innermost being—the heart—rather than from rational thought or reasoning. It suggests that emotions are a profoundly human experience that transcends logic, emphasizing the deeper connections we share with our feelings and the experiences that evoke them.

Themes

EmotionsHeartFeelingsIntellectDa Vinci

In practice

Example use cases

During a heartfelt speech about loss, this quote can remind the audience of the genuine source of their emotions.

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