Quote by Henry David Thoreau

It is usually the imagination that is wounded first, rather than the heart it being much more sensitive.

It is usually the imagination that is wounded first, rather

Summary

This quote suggests that our imagination is more easily wounded than our heart. It implies that our inner thoughts and perceptions are more vulnerable to emotional or psychological harm compared to the physical pain experienced by our hearts. It highlights the impact our imagination can have on our overall well-being and emphasizes the importance of nurturing and protecting our imaginative faculties.

By Henry David Thoreau

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