I am doomed to an eternity of compulsive work. No set goal achieved satisfies. Success only breeds a new goal. The golden apple devoured has seeds. It is endless.
Bette DavisRead
Once the love bug wears off, as it inevitably does, you are shocked to discover that you really didn't know the object of your affections at all. We know this to be so, even as we repeat the same mistake over and over and over.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The initial excitement of love can blind us to the true nature of our partners.
This quote highlights the fleeting nature of romantic infatuation and the tendency for people to overlook the true character of their partners during the early stages of a relationship. Bette Davis points out that the 'love bug' can create an illusion that often fades, revealing a deeper reality that might be disappointing or surprising. It reflects on human behavior in relationships, where the cycle of falling in love and then later realizing the truth about the person is often repeated.
Themes
LoveRelationshipsInfatuationTruthHuman Behavior
In practice
Example use cases
In a relationship seminar discussing common pitfalls, this quote can emphasize the importance of understanding one's partner fully.
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