response: It is, since the concept crosses cultural boundaries and dates back at least 3 millennia.
original_response: It is! The concept crosses cultural boundaries and is often cited with a reference of a lost lover dating back over 3000 years.
history: Have you ever had a broken heart?\ No, I can't say I've had heartbreak or heartache due to feeling great longing. How about you? I don't know if I have, I mean maybe when my dog was put down but that seems like it was the worst emotional pain I've had. Did it feel like extreme emotional pain? That can actually cause physical damage onto the heart. No, it was super duper sad but I wouldn't say I would just break down forever. Do you know what the pain of a broken heart is anyway? Its believed to be a part of survival instincts. That is really interesting, what other facts do you know about broken hearts? I know that the broken heart concept is universal with many cultures using the same words to explain their pain and the feelings of loss. that is so interesting.
knowledge: The concept is cross-cultural, often cited with reference to a desired or lost lover, and dates back at least 3,000 years.