“Emotions are captive to reality”
“I affirm the qualia of reality, for the principle of wisdom captivates the thought, even if it's only offering a mere modicum of value in belief.”
“Rationalization is a process of not perceiving reality, but of attempting to make reality fit one’s emotions.”
“Dreams can twist your emotions like no reality can.”
“He'd closed the door to all of his emotions years ago, but now, the aroma that seeped from her flawless skin was an intoxicating mixture of lilacs and rain, captivating his senses.”
“Never let yourself be swayed by emotions,' her mother had said. 'Emotions are fleeting. They come and go. But reality stays with you forever.”