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What does it mean?
The speaker urges taking chances on love even if it leads to regret.
In plain terms
Seize opportunities to love even if they might hurt.
What can you take from it?
Take risks in love.

Where it applies

  • dating
  • relationship decisions

Putting it to work

  • pursuing connection
  • accepting vulnerability

Questions to consider

  • What risk are you avoiding?
  • Would you choose love again?

Another view

It assumes all love is worth the pain regardless of context.

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