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What does it mean?
Romance encompasses everything in life.
In plain terms
Romance is all that matters.
What can you take from it?
Value romance as a central part of life.

Where it applies

  • relationship advice
  • artistic expression
  • personal values

Putting it to work

  • prioritize romance
  • live passionately

Questions to consider

  • Is romance everything to you?
  • What else matters besides romance?

Another view

It ignores practical needs like safety and food.

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