Quote by Quentin Crisp

It is explained that all relationships require a little give and take. This is untrue. Any partnership demands that we give and give and give and at the last, as we flop into our graves exhausted, we are told that we didn't give enough.

It is explained that all relationships require a little give

Summary

This quote is a cynical interpretation of relationships, suggesting that they often involve unequal distribution of effort and sacrifice. The author argues that contrary to the popular belief of mutual give-and-take, one party often bears the burden of continuously giving without receiving enough in return. The quote implies a sense of weariness and disappointment, suggesting that even unto death, we may be told that our efforts were insufficient. It emphasizes the often unbalanced nature of relationships, leaving the reader to question the fairness of such dynamics.

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By Quentin Crisp

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