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Everything gives way before the recurring torment and festivity of passion.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Passion can dominate our experiences, both in suffering and joy.
This quote by Ursula K. Le Guin suggests that the powerful forces of passion—whether they manifest as torment or joy—inevitably reshape our lives. It speaks to the idea that intense emotions can lead us through cycles of difficulty and celebration, highlighting the transformative influence of passion on our existence.
Themes
PassionEmotionTransformationJoySuffering
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming challenges, to highlight how passion drives us forward.
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