One can imagine the look the two lovers exchanged; it was like a flame, for virtuous lovers have not a shred of hypocrisy.
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Love or hatred must constantly increase between two persons who are always together; every moment fresh reasons are found for loving or hating better.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Proximity can intensify emotions between people, leading to stronger feelings of love or hatred over time.
The quote by Honore De Balzac suggests that constant interaction between two individuals, whether in love or in conflict, inevitably amplifies their feelings towards each other. This is because frequent contact introduces new experiences and situations that either deepen their affection or enhance their animosity, highlighting how relationships are dynamic and often influenced by the amount of time spent together.
Themes
LoveHatredRelationshipsEmotionsInteraction
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared during a relationship workshop to highlight dynamics in personal connections.
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