There are no elements so diverse that they cannot be joined in the heart of a man.
Jean GiraudouxRead
If two people who love each other let a single instant wedge itself between them, it grows-it becomes a month, a year, a century; it becomes to late.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Allowing distance or issues to grow can harm a loving relationship over time.
This quote emphasizes the importance of addressing problems and misunderstandings in a loving relationship promptly. It warns that if a small issue is allowed to grow without resolution, it can lead to significant emotional distance and eventually result in the deterioration of the relationship.
Themes
LoveRelationshipCommunicationTimeDistance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a relationship counseling session to illustrate the need for open communication.
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