Life never presents us with anything which may not be looked upon as a fresh starting point, no less than as a termination.
Andre GideRead
It is the special quality of love not to be able to remain stationary, to be obliged to increase under pain of diminishing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love inherently requires growth and cannot stagnate; it must continuously evolve or it risks fading away.
In this quote, AndrΓ© Gide emphasizes the dynamic nature of love, suggesting that it cannot remain static. Love is an ever-growing entity that demands nurturing and progression; if it does not expand, it will inevitably decline. This perspective frames love as an active force that requires engagement and effort to thrive, highlighting the necessity of continuous emotional investment in relationships.
Themes
LoveGrowthRelationshipsDynamicsEmotional Investment
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding toast, you might say this quote to highlight the evolving nature of love between partners.
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