--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: When I used to perform weddings, the…" description: "\"When I used to perform weddings, the image I always had was the image of a triangle, in which there are two partners and then there is this third force..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f33/ram-dass-784_always_when-i-used-to-perform-weddings-the-imag_2635246.jpg" --- # When I used to perform weddings, the image I always had… ![“When I used to perform weddings, the image I always had was the image of a triangle, in which there are two partners and then there is this third force, this third being, that emerges out of the interaction of these two. The third one is the one that is the shared awareness that lies behind the…” quote by Ram Dass](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f33/ram-dass-784_always_when-i-used-to-perform-weddings-the-imag_2635246.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f33/ram-dass-784_always_when-i-used-to-perform-weddings-the-imag_2635246.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f33/ram-dass-784_always_when-i-used-to-perform-weddings-the-imag_2635246.jpg) > “When I used to perform weddings, the image I always had was the image of a triangle, in which there are two partners and then there is this third force, this third being, that emerges out of the interaction of these two. The third one is the one that is the shared awareness that lies behind the two of them.” [Ram Dass](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/ram-dass/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Relationships form a triangle where a third force—shared awareness—emerges from two partners. **In simple terms:** Shared awareness is the third element in relationships. Key Takeaway Foster mutual awareness. Themes relationships spirituality connection Mood calm inspired Type spiritual practical When to use this quote - couples therapy - team building - spiritual practice Key Concepts triadic interaction mindful presence Questions to Reflect On - How can partners develop shared awareness? - What practices support this third force? 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