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Dating Quote by Steve Martin

“He gave her his phone number, in a peculiar reversal of dating procedure. She might have considered kissing him, even after the horrible first date, but he just didn’t seem to know what to do. However, Jeremy does have one outstanding quality. He likes her. And this quality in a person makes them…” quote by Steve Martin
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“He gave her his phone number, in a peculiar reversal of dating procedure. She might have considered kissing him, even after the horrible first date, but he just didn’t seem to know what to do. However, Jeremy does have one outstanding quality. He likes her. And this quality in a person makes them infinitely interesting to the person who is being liked.”

Steve Martin

About This Quote

Source Film: The Jerk, 1979

A man’s genuine affection makes him endlessly fascinating to the one he likes, even after a bad first date.

In simple terms: Liking someone makes them interesting.

Key Takeaway

Value sincere interest.

Themes

romance human connection first impressions

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • first dates
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

psychology of attraction authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you notice how genuine interest changes your perception?
  • Can affection overcome a bad first impression?
A Different Perspective

If the affection isn’t mutual, interest may fade.

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