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About this quote

What does it mean?
Love is described as a beautiful but potentially unreal or fleeting state.
In plain terms
Love is like a pretty dream.
What can you take from it?
Love feels wonderful but can be intangible.

Where it applies

  • romantic reflection
  • artistic expression
  • emotional processing

Putting it to work

  • expressing feelings
  • understanding romance

Questions to consider

  • Is love a dream or reality?
  • Why do we compare love to dreams?

Another view

Love is often grounded in reality and action.

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