--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: There is a correlation between one’s…" description: "\"“There is a correlation between one’s estimation of the odds of finding a new lover who is, at the least, of the same standard as they one they’re curr..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2fb/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_breakups_there-is-a-correlation-between-one-s-est_2248533.jpg" --- # There is a correlation between one’s estimation of the… ![“There is a correlation between one’s estimation of the odds of finding a new lover who is, at the least, of the same standard as they one they’re currently in a dead relationship with, and, their attempting to revive a dead relationship.” quote by Mokokoma Mokhonoana](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2fb/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_breakups_there-is-a-correlation-between-one-s-est_2248533.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2fb/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_breakups_there-is-a-correlation-between-one-s-est_2248533.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2fb/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_breakups_there-is-a-correlation-between-one-s-est_2248533.jpg) > ““There is a correlation between one’s estimation of the odds of finding a new lover who is, at the least, of the same standard as they one they’re currently in a dead relationship with, and, their attempting to revive a dead relationship.”” [Mokokoma Mokhonoana](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mokokoma-mokhonoana/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. People often overestimate finding a partner as good as their current one when stuck in a bad relationship, leading them to try reviving the failing bond. **In simple terms:** Hope for a better partner can keep people in bad relationships. Key Takeaway Beware of idealizing new love. Themes relationships hope self‑deception Mood reflective critical Type cautionary psychological When to use this quote - breakup - dating - relationship counseling - self‑reflection Key Concepts optimism bias relationship dynamics Questions to Reflect On - Are you using hope to avoid ending a bad relationship? - How realistic are your expectations for a new partner? 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