James JoyceHe thought that he was sick in his heart if you could be sick in that place.
About This Quote
The heart is the center of feelings, sensibilities, and emotions. It is the center of our being, our lives, and our relationships. Our hearts are the places where we feel. This quote is saying that if you are not feeling well in your heart, you are not truly sick.
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