Quote by Thomas Hardy

A lover without indiscretion is no lover at all. Circumspection and devotion are a contradiction in terms.

A lover without indiscretion is no lover at all. Circumspect

Summary

This quote suggests that a true lover cannot exist without occasional acts of indiscretion. It implies that being too cautious and reserved in a relationship contradicts the essence of true love, which requires spontaneity, passion, and risk-taking. It implies that genuine love involves a willingness to let go of inhibitions and sometimes act against societal norms or personal boundaries. It emphasizes that being wholly devoted to someone means occasionally throwing caution to the wind in order to express one's love genuinely and fully.

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