I'm thirty-six years old. I'm just getting started!
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Wise girls kiss but never love,_x000D_ Listen but never believe,_x000D_ And leave befor they are left.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that wise women are cautious in love, maintaining emotional distance to protect themselves.
Marilyn Monroe's quote highlights a perspective on romantic relationships where wise women keep their emotions in check. They may engage in affection or listen to others, but they choose not to become deeply involved or over-invest emotionally. By doing so, they aim to avoid the pain of unreciprocated love or being left behind in relationships. This perspective emphasizes self-preservation and prudence in matters of the heart.
Themes
WisdomLoveRelationshipsCautionSelf-Preservation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the dynamics of modern relationships.
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