The beauty and mystery of this world only emerges through affection, attention, interest and compassion .. . open your eyes wide and actually see this world by attending to its colors, details and irony.

Orhan Pamuk
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When we strongly care for someone, we find the beauty and mystery of this world. You will discover that each thing is different, each thing has its own beauty and mystery, and that everything is interesting to us if we just pay attention.

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