Oh, you're in my blood like holy wine, You taste so bitter and so sweet Oh I could drink a case of you, darling And I would still be on my feet I would still be on my feet.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love is intoxicating and sustaining, yet it can also be bitter and overwhelming.
- In plain terms
- Love feels intense and powerful, like a strong drink.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace the intensity of love even when it is complex.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does love sustain you?
- Is love more bitter or sweet?
Another view
Extreme emotional dependence can sometimes become unhealthy or suffocating.
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