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Betrayal Quote by e. e. cummings

“Love never dies a natural death. It dies because we don't know how to replenish its source. It dies of blindness and errors and betrayals. It dies of illness and wounds; it dies of weariness, of witherings, of tarnishings. Anaïs Nin I like not only to be loved, but also to be told I am loved…” quote by e. e. cummings
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“Love never dies a natural death. It dies because we don't know how to replenish its source. It dies of blindness and errors and betrayals. It dies of illness and wounds; it dies of weariness, of witherings, of tarnishings. Anaïs Nin I like not only to be loved, but also to be told I am loved. George Eliot Love is the voice under all silences, the hope which has no opposite in fear; the strength so strong mere force is feebleness: the truth more first than sun, more last than star.”

e. e. cummings

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Love Is Not a Natural Death”, 1923

Love fades when we neglect to nurture it; it requires continual care, honesty, and renewal to survive.

In simple terms: Love dies without care.

Key Takeaway

Nurture love constantly.

Themes

love relationships maintenance

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • long‑term partnership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

emotional intimacy trust renewal

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habits can you adopt to keep love healthy?
  • How do you recognize when love needs renewal?
A Different Perspective

Love alone cannot fix deep wounds without effort.

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