...we shall board our imagined ship and wildly sail among sacred islands of the mad till death shatters the fabulous stars and makes us real.
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Yes, I was infatuated with you: I am still. No one has ever heightened such a keen capacity of physical sensation in me. I cut you out because I couldn't stand being a passing fancy. Before I give my body, I must give my thoughts, my mind, my dreams. And you weren't having any of those.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses deep feelings of infatuation and the need for emotional connection before physical intimacy.
Sylvia Plath's quote reveals the complexity of love and infatuation, highlighting the importance of emotional depth and sincerity in relationships. The speaker feels a profound attraction but also recognizes that a physical connection cannot be fulfilled without a corresponding emotional and intellectual bond, emphasizing the desire for a genuine connection over fleeting romance.
Themes
InfatuationEmotional ConnectionLovePhysical SensationIntimacy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a discussion on the depths of romantic relationships.
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