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You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves.
Mary Oliver
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Embrace your natural instincts and passions without restraint.

This quote by Mary Oliver encourages individuals to connect with their true selves and to allow their innate desires and affections to guide their actions. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity and acceptance of one's own capacity for love, suggesting that fulfillment arises from following what genuinely brings joy and passion.

Themes

LoveAuthenticityPassionSelf-Acceptance

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be shared during a heartfelt moment at a wedding.

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