Quote by Eric Hoffer

There is in most passions a shrinking away from ourselves. The passionate pursuer has all the earmarks of a fugitive.

There is in most passions a shrinking away from ourselves. T

Summary

This quote suggests that in most intense emotions or desires, there is a tendency to distance ourselves from our true selves. The person who passionately pursues something is often similar to a person on the run, avoiding facing their own reality. It implies that strong emotions can sometimes lead us to escape from who we really are, losing touch with our true identity in the process.

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