Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

A pair of powerful spectacles has sometimes sufficed to cure a person in love.

A pair of powerful spectacles has sometimes sufficed to cure

Summary

This quote suggests that love can often cloud one's judgment and perspective. However, it hints that by seeing things through different lenses or gaining a new perspective, one can overcome the intoxication and irrationality of love. It implies that a change in perspective, symbolized by powerful spectacles, can sometimes help someone break free from the grip of love and see things more clearly, leading to a potential cure for the overwhelming effects of being in love.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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