Love Quote by Chrétien de Troyes
““Lovers do not realize what they are doing when they conceal their feelings from one another. It is not easy to love, and if you do not boldly build a strong foundation, you cannot hope to build successfully upon it. They say that the most difficult part is crossing the threshold. I wish to teach you about love, for I am quite aware that love is driving you crazy. This is why I have decided to instruct you, so be careful to hide nothing from me, since it is evident on both your faces that your two hearts have joined as one. Hide nothing from me! You are both behaving very foolishly in not revealing your thoughts, for by concealing them you will each be the death of the other, and murderers of Love. Now I urge you not to seek to dominate one another, nor merely to satisfy your desires, but rather join together honourably in marriage. In this way, it seems to me, your love will long endure.””
About This Quote
Concealing emotions erodes love; honest communication and mutual respect build a lasting partnership.
In simple terms: Transparency sustains love.
Key Takeaway
Open dialogue prevents relational decay.
Themes
communication
trust
marriage
vulnerability
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
advice
reflection
When to use this quote
- couples counseling
- marriage vows
- relationship workshops
Key Concepts
love dynamics
relationship foundations
Practical Applications
- relationship coaching
- marriage preparation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does secrecy damage intimacy?
- What practices foster honest partnership?
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