Quote by Ovid

Whether you call my heart affectionate, or you call it womanish: I confess, that to my misfortune, it is soft.

Whether you call my heart affectionate, or you call it woman

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's acknowledgement of their own emotional vulnerability and sensitivity. Regardless of how it is labeled, whether as affectionate or womanish, the speaker openly admits that their heart is soft, suggesting that they easily empathize and experience emotions deeply. By stating that it is to their misfortune, the quote implies that this softness exposes them to potential hurt or disappointments. Overall, this quote indicates the speaker's self-awareness and willingness to accept the tender aspects of their personality, despite the potential disadvantages it may bring.

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