We are slow to believe that which if believed would hurt our feelings.
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Love, and a cough, are not concealed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love, like a cough, is something that cannot be hidden and will manifest outwardly.
This quote by Ovid suggests that love, much like a cough, is an emotion that cannot be easily concealed. When someone is in love, it tends to show through their behavior, expressions, and overall demeanor, revealing their feelings even if they try to keep them hidden.
Themes
LoveEmotionExpressionFeelingsManifest
In practice
Example use cases
A public speech about the power of love and how it reveals our true selves.
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