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“You must ask yourself this: Will you decide when love's going to work and when it isn't? You have been pronouncing too much and feeling too little.” quote by David Levithan
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““You must ask yourself this: Will you decide when love's going to work and when it isn't? You have been pronouncing too much and feeling too little.””

David Levithan

About This Quote

Source Novel: Every Day, 2012

Love requires balance between action and feeling; over‑talking and under‑feeling hinder connection.

In simple terms: Balance love actions and emotions.

Key Takeaway

Seek emotional honesty.

Themes

love balance self‑awareness

Mood

introspective empathetic

Type

psychological romantic

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

emotional intelligence relationship dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you listening more than speaking?
  • How can you feel more deeply?
A Different Perspective

Too much analysis can stall genuine feeling.

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