Quote by Yevgeny Yevtushenko

He who is conceived in a cage, yearns for the cage.

He who is conceived in a cage, yearns for the cage.

Summary

This quote reflects the idea that one's experiences and environment shape their desires and instincts. If someone is born and raised within a restrictive or limiting environment, they may eventually become accustomed to it and even develop a longing for it. It highlights the psychological concept of adaptation to one's surroundings and how it can influence one's perception of freedom and contentment.

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By Yevgeny Yevtushenko

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