There is no sudden entrance into Heaven. Slow is the ascent by the path of Love.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Growth takes time; there is no quick way to achieve love.
- In plain terms
- It takes time to reach a good state through love.
- What can you take from it?
- Be patient with your journey of love.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you learning slowly?
- What takes time in love?
Another view
Some steps can be taken quickly in life.
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