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If we seek the pleasures of love, passion should be occasional, and common sense continual
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"If we seek the pleasures of love, passion should be occasional, and common sense continual"

- Robertson Davies

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This quote by Robertson Davies suggests that when it pertains to looking for the pleasures of love, we ought to bear in mind the balance between enthusiasm as well as common sense. Interest should be knowledgeable periodically, as it can be short lived and intense, while good sense needs to be a constant presence in our lives. Sound judgment is the ability to think and act reasonably and also rationally, and also it is essential to keep this in our relationships. It is necessary to be familiar with our own sensations and also the feelings of our companion, and also to be able to communicate honestly and truthfully. Common sense can aid us to choose that remain in our best interests, and to guarantee that our connections are healthy and fulfilling. Interest can be a wonderful part of a relationship, yet it needs to be stabilized with good sense in order to ensure that our relationships are purposeful and also long-term.

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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Robertson Davies between August 28, 1913 and December 2, 1995. He/she was a famous Novelist from Canada. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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