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What does it mean?
A simple statement of past effort towards affection.
In plain terms
She attempted to love him before.
What can you take from it?
Love requires effort.

Where it applies

  • breakups
  • reconciliation

Putting it to work

  • commit to relationships

Questions to consider

  • When did you last try to love?
  • Is effort enough in love?

Another view

Effort alone does not guarantee mutual love.

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