Stevie Smith Quotes

Unpopular, lonely and loving, Elinor need not trouble, For if she were not so loving, She would not be so miserable.

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• Our life depends on others so much that at the root of our existence is a fundamental need for love. That is why it is good to cultivate an authentic sense of responsibility and concern for the welfare of others.

  

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• Unpopular, lonely and loving, Elinor need not trouble, For if she were not so loving, She would not be so miserable.

  

  Stevie Smith
  • Needs
  • Trouble
  • Lonely