Only love makes fruitful the soul. The sense of form that both had in such high degree prevented much demonstration; but to be with him, do things for him, to admire, and credit him with perfection; and, since she could not exactly wear the same clothes or speak in the same clipped, quiet, decisive voice, to dislike the clothes and voices of other men - all this was precious to her beyond everything.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love enriches the soul, and admiration for a partner can be expressed through small acts and distinctions.
- In plain terms
- Love makes the soul fruitful through admiration and small acts.
- What can you take from it?
- Small acts of admiration strengthen love.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you show admiration in love?
- What makes your relationship precious?
Another view
Excessive preference might limit openness to others.
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