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Alive Quote by Barbara Rose

“Passion with another cannot sustain a relationship. Passion exists in the moment, and this moment passes into a memory. In order to sustain a relationship, you must be passionately alive. As a result, you will continue to bring your passion to the one you love. You will not need it to come from…” quote by Barbara Rose
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“Passion with another cannot sustain a relationship. Passion exists in the moment, and this moment passes into a memory. In order to sustain a relationship, you must be passionately alive. As a result, you will continue to bring your passion to the one you love. You will not need it to come from another, because you will be sharing your abounding supply from within you.”

Barbara Rose

About This Quote

Source Book: “Passion and Relationship”, Barbara Rose, 2008

Passion must come from within, not another, to sustain lasting relationships.

In simple terms: Internal passion fuels lasting love.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner passion for partnership.

Themes

relationships inner drive self‑reliance

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

self‑help relationship

When to use this quote

  • couples therapy
  • personal development
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

Self‑actualization emotional independence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you nurture inner passion?
  • What role does shared passion play?
A Different Perspective

External passion can still inspire growth.

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