Quote by Marcel Proust

The bonds that unite another person to our self exist only in our mind.

The bonds that unite another person to our self exist only i

Summary

This quote suggests that the connection we feel with others is not dependent on their direct influence or actions, but rather on our perception and understanding of them. It implies that our relationships and the emotional ties we have with someone are subjective constructs created within our own minds. Therefore, the quote emphasizes that the bond we perceive with another person is a result of our own thoughts, perceptions, and interpretations, rather than solely based on their objective existence or actions.

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By Marcel Proust

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