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Kissed Quote by Warsan Shire

“every mouth you’ve ever kissed was just practice all the bodies you’ve ever undressed and ploughed in to were preparing you for me. i don’t mind tasting them in the memory of your mouth they were a long hall way a door half open a single suit case still on the conveyor belt was it a long journey?…” quote by Warsan Shire
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““every mouth you’ve ever kissed was just practice all the bodies you’ve ever undressed and ploughed in to were preparing you for me. i don’t mind tasting them in the memory of your mouth they were a long hall way a door half open a single suit case still on the conveyor belt was it a long journey? did it take you long to find me? you’re here now, welcome home.””

Warsan Shire

About This Quote

Source Poetry Collection: Salt Book, 2017

Past intimate experiences shape us, preparing us for a deep connection with the present lover.

In simple terms: Past loves prepare us for the one we truly need.

Key Takeaway

Embrace past to appreciate present love.

Themes

love memory identity growth

Mood

poetic intimate

Type

romantic reflective

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection
  • mindfulness
  • therapy

Key Concepts

Attachment theory romantic idealism self‑discovery

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does each past encounter teach you?
  • How does memory influence current love?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing past may hinder present intimacy.

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