--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Lovers may be and indeed generally are…" description: "\"Lovers may be and indeed generally are best-friends, that would led to an endless relation, because there must always be a spice of jealousy and a some..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b2b/shushi-67109_being-in-love-with-y_lovers-may-be-and-indeed-generally-are-b_540970.jpg" --- # Lovers may be and indeed generally are best-friends, that… ![“Lovers may be and indeed generally are best-friends, that would led to an endless relation, because there must always be a spice of jealousy and a something of Self in all their speculations.” quote by Shushi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b2b/shushi-67109_being-in-love-with-y_lovers-may-be-and-indeed-generally-are-b_540970.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b2b/shushi-67109_being-in-love-with-y_lovers-may-be-and-indeed-generally-are-b_540970.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b2b/shushi-67109_being-in-love-with-y_lovers-may-be-and-indeed-generally-are-b_540970.jpg) > “Lovers may be and indeed generally are best-friends, that would led to an endless relation, because there must always be a spice of jealousy and a something of Self in all their speculations.” Shushi ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The quote suggests that romantic partners who are also best friends need occasional jealousy and self-interest to keep the relationship dynamic and lasting. **In simple terms:** Friends need some jealousy and self to stay interesting. Key Takeaway Allow healthy tension and individuality. Themes relationships friendship jealousy balance Mood thoughtful reflective Type advice philosophical When to use this quote - dating - long‑term partnership - conflict resolution Key Concepts psychology human dynamics emotional needs Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance closeness and independence? - What role does jealousy play in your relationships? 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