Quote by Marvin Gaye

The more I lived with Jan, the more I loved her, the more I made her miserable. It was a vicious cycle (page 209)The more I loved her the more I hated her. And the more she loved me, the more I harmed myself (page 269).

The more I lived with Jan, the more I loved her, the more I

Summary

This quote highlights a toxic and destructive relationship dynamic. The speaker confesses that as their love for their partner, Jan, grows, they inadvertently cause her misery. This creates a vicious cycle where the more they love Jan, the more they also come to hate her. Additionally, they acknowledge that Jan's love for them leads them to harm themselves further. The quote emphasizes the negative impact love can sometimes have on individuals and how it can perpetuate harmful behavior and emotional turmoil.

Topics

Love Hate Complicated Relationship David Ritz Divided Soul Janis Hunter Marvin Gaye Self Harm

By Marvin Gaye

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