Quote by Norman Mailer

The only faithfulness people have is to emotions they're trying to recapture

The only faithfulness people have is to emotions they're try

Summary

This quote suggests that people tend to be loyal and committed primarily to the emotions they once experienced and wish to relive. It implies that we are more faithful to the nostalgic feelings associated with past emotions rather than to individuals or the circumstances themselves. It implies that people often cling to the idea of recapturing emotions from significant moments rather than valuing long-term commitments or relationships.

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By Norman Mailer

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