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Body 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. Was it a long journey? Did it take you long to find me? You’re here now, welcome home.” 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. 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 Poem: “The Arrival” (excerpt), 2015

Past relationships shape us, but the present love is the true destination.

In simple terms: Past lovers teach us, but love now matters.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the present love fully.

Themes

love growth past present acceptance

Mood

reflective intimate

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • self‑discovery
  • relationship healing
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

emotional development intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “home” mean to you in love?
  • How do past experiences influence current intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Past experiences can cause lingering insecurity.

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