All emotion is involuntary when genuine
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All emotion is involuntary when genuine.
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Meaning
This quote means genuine emotion is not chosen or staged. Real feeling happens on its own.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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