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What does it mean?
Love can override deeply held beliefs. Emotions often win over logic.
In plain terms
Feelings can change your mind.
What can you take from it?
Expect love to test principles.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • moral dilemmas

Putting it to work

  • accept change
  • reflect on values

Questions to consider

  • Can love change your views?
  • Should it?

Another view

Sometimes convictions should remain firm despite love.

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