What a test that is: more than devotion, admiration, passion. If you long and long for someoneβs company you love them.
Iris MurdochRead
Falling out of love is chiefly a matter of forgetting how charming someone is.
Interpretation
Forgetting someone's charm can lead to falling out of love.
This quote suggests that the end of romantic feelings often stems from a diminishing appreciation of the positive qualities that initially attracted someone. When we forget the charm and uniqueness of a partner, our emotional connection can fade, indicating the importance of mindfulness and remembering the aspects of love that initially brought us together.
In practice
This quote could be used in a relationship counseling session to emphasize the importance of appreciating your partner.
What a test that is: more than devotion, admiration, passion. If you long and long for someoneβs company you love them.
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