When you fall in love, it is a temporary madness. It…
““When you fall in love, it is a temporary madness. It erupts like an earthquake, and then it subsides. And when it subsides, you have to make a decision. You have to work out whether your roots are to become so entwined together that it is inconceivable that you should ever part. Because this is what love is. Love is not breathlessness, it is not excitement, it is not the desire to mate every second of the day... No ... don't blush. I am telling you some truths. For that is just being in love; which any of us can convince ourselves we are. Love itself is what is left over, when being in love has burned away. Doesn't sound very exciting, does it? But it is!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love begins as an intense, irrational passion that eventually subsides, leaving a deeper, enduring bond beyond fleeting emotions.
In simple terms: Love starts wild then settles into lasting bond.
Key Takeaway
Cherish lasting love beyond initial passion.
Themes
love
passion
growth
commitment
self‑knowledge
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
Every second:0
Fall in love:1
Love:1
Love is love:0
Fall Love:0
Love Temporary:0
Love Burned:0
Convince Love:0
Love Convince:0
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal development
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love evolve over time?
- What sustains love after passion fades?
A Different Perspective
Passion can be fleeting and painful.