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Bitter Quote by James Guida

“Perfectly good fruit, simply in being bumped about by chance, indifferently sniffed at, idly handled and overlooked, is sometimes gradually made unfit for those who would otherwise choose it. So it is with lovers.” quote by James Guida
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““Perfectly good fruit, simply in being bumped about by chance, indifferently sniffed at, idly handled and overlooked, is sometimes gradually made unfit for those who would otherwise choose it. So it is with lovers.””

James Guida

About This Quote

The quote likens lovers to fruit that, through random handling and neglect, becomes unsuitable for those who might have chosen it, highlighting how chance and inattention can ruin potential relationships.

In simple terms: Random neglect can spoil love like fruit.

Key Takeaway

Treat relationships with care and attention.

Themes

love neglect chance potential fragility

Mood

thoughtful empathetic

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • dating
  • friendships
  • long‑term commitments

Key Concepts

entropy entropy randomness carelessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you guard against careless treatment of love?
  • What habits preserve relational value?
A Different Perspective

Neglect isn’t always random; intentional harm also occurs.

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