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“Love demands expression. It will not stay still, stay silent, be good, be modest, be seen and not heard, no. It will break out in tongues of praise, the high note that smashes the glass and spills the liquid.” quote by Jeanette Winterson
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“Love demands expression. It will not stay still, stay silent, be good, be modest, be seen and not heard, no. It will break out in tongues of praise, the high note that smashes the glass and spills the liquid.”

Jeanette Winterson

About This Quote

Source Book: Written on Glass by Jeanette Winterson, 2015

Love must be voiced and acted, not hidden or restrained, otherwise it loses power and vitality.

In simple terms: Love needs to be expressed, not hidden.

Key Takeaway

Speak love openly.

Themes

love expression authenticity

Mood

passionate reflective

Type

inspirational emotional

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • creative work
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

emotional honesty vulnerability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you show love without overwhelming?
  • What silence have you kept?
A Different Perspective

Love can be misunderstood if expressed too forcefully.

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