Il est quelquefois agreable a un mari d'avoir une femme jalouse; il entend toujours parler de ce qu'il aime.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A husband may enjoy a jealous wife because she shows her love constantly.
- In plain terms
- A man might like a jealous wife because she keeps showing she cares.
- What can you take from it?
- Jealousy can sometimes be mistaken for attention and affection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is jealousy ever a sign of healthy love?
- How much attention do you require from others?
Another view
Jealousy often causes pain regardless of its intent.
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