Constancy Quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay
“The heart grows weary after a little Of what it loved for a little while.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Heart” in The Harp of Life, 1921
Love’s intensity fades over time, leaving a lingering weariness after brief devotion.
In simple terms: Love wanes after short periods.
Accept impermanence of affection.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What causes emotional fatigue?
- Can brief love be meaningful?
Romantic idealism may clash with this view.