Quote by Alexander Pope

Our passions are like convulsion fits, which, though they make us stronger for a time, leave us the weaker ever after.

Our passions are like convulsion fits, which, though they ma

Summary

This quote suggests that while our passions may give us temporary strength and drive, they ultimately leave us weakened in the long run. It implies that our intense desires and obsessions can be similar to convulsions, where they provide a burst of energy in the moment but exhaust and deplete us in the aftermath. By comparing passions to convulsion fits, the quote warns against solely relying on intense emotions and urges, hinting at the importance of finding a balance and not losing oneself completely in our deepest desires.

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