Quote by Haniel Long

In youth the human body drew me and was the object of my secret and natural dreams. But body after body has taken away from me that sensual phosphorescence which my youth delighted in. Within me is no disturbing interplay now, but only the steady currents of adaptation and of sympathy.

In youth the human body drew me and was the object of my sec

Summary

This quote reflects a shift in the speaker's perspective on physical attraction. In their youth, they were captivated by the allure of the human body, indulging in fantasies shaped by their desires. However, the passage of time has tempered this fascination for them. They no longer experience the same sensual obsession, as each new physical encounter has overshadowed the previous ones. Instead, the speaker now finds solace in a more serene understanding of connection and empathy, where relationships are driven by a steady flow of adaptation and harmony.

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