Quote by Erich Fromm

There is hardly any activity, any enterprise, which is started out with such tremendous hopes and expectations, and yet which fails so regularly, as love.

There is hardly any activity, any enterprise, which is start

Summary

This quote suggests that love is often embarked upon with immense enthusiasm and optimism, but it frequently leads to disappointment and failure. Despite the high hopes and expectations people have for love, it is a pursuit that frequently does not achieve the desired outcome. The quote implies that love is a complex and challenging endeavor, prone to unpredictable outcomes and ultimate dissatisfaction.

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