Quote by Cassandra Clare
But all these were things he could not want, because they were things he could not have, and wanting what you could not have led to misery and madness.
Summary
This quote suggests that desiring things that are unattainable can lead to unhappiness and insanity. It emphasizes the futility of yearning for something beyond our reach, as it only brings frustration and mental distress. The implication is that one should focus on appreciating and pursuing what is realistically within their grasp, to avoid the inevitable suffering that comes with longing for what is unattainable.