Love gratified, is love satisfied - and love satisfied, is indifference begun.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Once love is fulfilled, it turns into indifference, suggesting that desire is stronger than satisfaction.
- In plain terms
- Getting what you want in love often leads to losing interest.
- What can you take from it?
- Desire fades after fulfillment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is love just about chasing?
- How do you keep passion alive?
Another view
Some relationships grow deeper after the initial thrill.
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