And I would have, now love is over, An end to all, an end: I cannot, having been your lover, Stoop to become your friend!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker declares that ending a romance means they cannot downgrade to friendship.
- In plain terms
- After love ends, I will not settle for being just friends.
- What can you take from it?
- Some relationships cannot transition from romance to friendship.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can love become friendship?
- When is it best to walk away?
Another view
Refusing friendship can sometimes prolong pain.
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