Marriage made people old and familiar, while still young.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Long-term relationships can make people feel aged by routine.
- In plain terms
- Being together too long makes you feel old and known.
- What can you take from it?
- Don't let familiarity kill the spark in relationships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is being known a good thing?
- How do you keep love fresh?
Another view
Many find comfort in familiarity rather than aging.
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