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Attraction Quote by Sherwood Smith

“If more people recognized the difference between friendship and mere attraction, or how love must partake of both to prosper, I expect there'd be more happy people." "And a lot fewer poems and plays," I said, laughing as I splashed about in the scented water.” quote by Sherwood Smith
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“If more people recognized the difference between friendship and mere attraction, or how love must partake of both to prosper, I expect there'd be more happy people." "And a lot fewer poems and plays," I said, laughing as I splashed about in the scented water.”

Sherwood Smith

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Uncharted Sea by Sherwood Smith, 2005

Recognizing that love blends friendship and attraction leads to healthier relationships and fewer artistic lamentations.

In simple terms: Love needs both friendship and attraction.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate both aspects.

Themes

love friendship attraction harmony

Mood

hopeful analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • marriage
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology relationship theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you value friendship in love?
  • How does this view affect your art?
A Different Perspective

Some may argue love can exist without friendship.

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