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Aversion Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

“Love receives its death-wound from aversion, and forgetfulness buries it.” quote by Jean de la Bruyere
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“Love receives its death-wound from aversion, and forgetfulness buries it.”

Jean de la Bruyere

About This Quote

Source Book: Les Caractères, 1688

Love is harmed by dislike and fades when forgotten.

In simple terms: Love dies when we dislike or forget it.

Key Takeaway

Guard love by remembering and accepting flaws.

Themes

love memory aversion forgetfulness

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep love alive when faced with dislike?
  • What practices help you remember loved ones?
A Different Perspective

Love may persist despite aversion if effort is made.

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