The human heart is a theater of longing.

The human heart is a theater of longing.

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The quote "The human heart is a theater of longing" from John O'Donohue's book "Eternal Echoes: Celtic Reflections on Our Yearning to Belong" suggests that our hearts are places where deep desires and aspirations unfold. It frames human emotions as performances, highlighting the complexities of yearning for connection, acceptance, and meaning in our lives.

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