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“In normal times all of us know, whether consciously or not, that there is no love which can't be bettered; nevertheless, we reconcile ourselves more or less easily to the fact that ours has never risen above the average.” quote by Albert Camus
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“In normal times all of us know, whether consciously or not, that there is no love which can't be bettered; nevertheless, we reconcile ourselves more or less easily to the fact that ours has never risen above the average.”

Albert Camus

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Myth of Sisyphus”, 1942

People accept average love because they think better love is unattainable.

In simple terms: We settle for average love.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper connections.

Themes

love existentialism self‑deception

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal development
  • mental health

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you settling in love?
  • What would a better love look like?
A Different Perspective

Believing love cannot improve limits growth.

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