Chemistry Quote by Madeleine L'Engle

“A long-term marriage has to move beyond chemistry to compatibility, to friendship, to companionship. It is certainly not that passion disappears, but that it is conjoined with other ways of love.” quote by Madeleine L'Engle — Download Open image

“A long-term marriage has to move beyond chemistry to compatibility, to friendship, to companionship. It is certainly not that passion disappears, but that it is conjoined with other ways of love.”

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

Marriage evolves from passion to deeper layers of compatibility, friendship, and companionship.

In simple terms: Long‑term love shifts from chemistry to deeper bonds.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate friendship alongside romance.

Themes

marriage love growth

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

relationship counseling
marital milestones

Key Concepts

compatibility friendship companionship

Questions to Reflect On

How can you nurture friendship in a partnership?
What activities build companionship?

A Different Perspective

Passion alone isn’t enough for lasting love.

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