“Any first year med student knows that an increased heart rate is a sign of trouble. A racing heart could indicate anything, from a panic disorder, to something much… much more serious. A heart that flutters, or one that skips a beat, could be a sign of a secret affliction… or, it could indicate romance. Which is the biggest trouble of all.”
“It seems we have no control whatsoever – over our own hearts. Conditions can change without warning. Romance can make the heart pound, just like panic can. And panic can make it stop cold in your chest. It’s no wonder doctors spend so much time trying to keep the heart stable. To keep it slow, steady, regular. To stop the heart from pounding out of your chest from the dread of something terrible… or the anticipation of something else entirely.”
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