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What does it mean?
Love that overcomes obstacles makes hardship unnecessary.
In plain terms
True love removes the need to suffer.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize genuine connection.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • creative projects

Putting it to work

  • communication
  • bonding
  • forgiveness

Questions to consider

  • What makes love easy for you?
  • How do you define true connection?

Another view

Real love often requires work through hard times.

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