Quote by Paulo Coelho

Profound desire, true desire is the desire to be close to someone.

Profound desire, true desire is the desire to be close to so

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that genuine and meaningful desires revolve around the yearning for emotional closeness and connection with another individual. It suggests that a profound longing within humans is the innate desire to form relationships and forge deep bonds with others. It implies that material possessions or superficial aspirations pale in comparison to the longing for authentic, intimate connections with loved ones. Ultimately, the quote encourages the pursuit of meaningful relationships as an essential and fulfilling aspect of human existence.

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