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“It is not enough ... simply to surrender oneself brainlessly to love, when it knocks at the door, one must also calculate because of later life, which does sometimes follow.” quote by Elfriede Jelinek
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“It is not enough ... simply to surrender oneself brainlessly to love, when it knocks at the door, one must also calculate because of later life, which does sometimes follow.”

Elfriede Jelinek

About This Quote

Source Play: The Love Door, Elfriede Jelinek, 1995

Love requires both surrender and rational calculation for future consequences.

In simple terms: Love needs surrender and calculation.

Key Takeaway

Balance emotion with foresight.

Themes

love logic future planning

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • career choices
  • financial planning

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to you balance love and logic?
  • When is calculation harmful?
A Different Perspective

Over‑analysis can stifle passion.

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