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What does it mean?
Infatuation masks flaws as attractive traits in others.
In plain terms
Love makes bad things look good.
What can you take from it?
Strong emotion distorts judgment of character.

Where it applies

  • dating
  • interpersonal conflict

Putting it to work

  • seek outside opinions
  • slow down judgment

Questions to consider

  • How does love change views?
  • What biases exist?

Another view

It ignores that some flaws remain visible.

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