Quote by William Butler Yeats

The only business of the head in the world is to bow a ceaseless obeisance to the heart.

The only business of the head in the world is to bow a cease

Summary

This quote suggests that the mind or intellect should constantly defer and obey the emotions and desires of the heart. It implies that rationality and logical thinking should always be subservient to one's emotions and instincts. In essence, it emphasizes the importance of following one's passions and allowing the heart to guide decision-making rather than solely relying on rationality.

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By William Butler Yeats

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