One heart is not connected to another through harmony alone. They are, instead, linked deeply through their wounds. Pain linked to pain, fragility to fragility. There is no silence without a cry of grief, no forgiveness without bloodshed, no acceptance without a passage through acute loss. That is what lies at the root of true harmony.
The quote from Haruki Murakami's "Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage" emphasizes the importance of shared struggles in fostering deep connections between individuals. It suggests that true harmony is not solely achieved through joyful experiences, but rather through an understanding of each other's pain and vulnerabilities. Relationships are often forged in the fires of adversity, highlighting that emotional wounds can create a bond that is as strong as, if not stronger than, moments of happiness.
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