Quote by Anita Brookner

Real love is a pilgrimage. It happens when there is no strategy, but it is very rare because most people are strategists.

Real love is a pilgrimage. It happens when there is no strat

Summary

This quote suggests that true love is not something that can be planned or manipulated. Instead, it is a journey that unfolds naturally without any ulterior motives or game-playing. The quote implies that genuine love is a rarity because many people approach relationships with calculated strategies, rather than embracing the spontaneity and authenticity that true love demands. It emphasizes the importance of letting love develop organically, without trying to control or manipulate it.

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Love

By Anita Brookner

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