Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

The body is a house of many windows: there we all sit, showing ourselves and crying on the passers-by to come and love us.

The body is a house of many windows: there we all sit, showi

Summary

This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson suggests that our physical bodies are like houses with many windows through which we present ourselves to the world. It implies that we seek validation and connection from others, expressing our vulnerabilities and inviting people to love and accept us. It emphasizes the human desire for companionship and the yearning for affectionate relationships with others.

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By Robert Louis Stevenson

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