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Love Quote by Whitney Otto

“Once you love, you cannot take it back, cannot undo it; what you felt may have changed, shifted slightly, yet still remains love. You still feel-though very small-the not-altogether unpleasant shock of soul recognition for that person.” quote by Whitney Otto
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““Once you love, you cannot take it back, cannot undo it; what you felt may have changed, shifted slightly, yet still remains love. You still feel-though very small-the not-altogether unpleasant shock of soul recognition for that person.””

Whitney Otto

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley, 2017

Love persists despite change; even when feelings shift, a deep connection remains.

In simple terms: Love endures even when altered.

Key Takeaway

Recognize enduring bonds despite change.

Themes

love change identity

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we honor love that has changed?
  • Can love be both familiar and strange?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize complex emotions.

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