It is certain that the love of God does not consist in this sweetness and tenderness which we for the most part desire; but rather in serving Him in justice, fortitude, and humility. His Majesty seeks and loves courageous souls.
Teresa Of AvilaRead
But it's not enough to be in love. It's about how you spend your days, what you do together, who you choose as friends, and most of all it's what work you do ... Better to break both our hearts now than watch them wither away over time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love requires active companionship and shared experiences rather than mere feelings.
This quote highlights that love is not just about the emotion of being in love, but about the quality of time spent together, the friendships formed, and the work put into maintaining a relationship. It emphasizes that sometimes, it's better to end a love that isn't fulfilling than to let it stagnate and ultimately lead to greater pain.
Themes
LoveRelationshipsCompanionshipHeartbreakQuality Time
In practice
Example use cases
This quote would be perfect to share during a wedding to emphasize the importance of daily efforts in love.
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