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What does it mean?
Memorable love needs random chance to spark.
In plain terms
Great love starts with lucky coincidences.
What can you take from it?
Chance plays a big role in love.

Where it applies

  • dating
  • storytelling
  • reflecting on past

Putting it to work

  • noticing serendipity
  • cherishing chance meetings

Questions to consider

  • Is love fate or choice?
  • Do coincidences matter?

Another view

Not all chance meetings lead to love.

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