“It is a common enough case, that of a man being suddenly captivated by a woman nearly the opposite of the ideal he has pictured for himself.”
— George Eliot
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Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes, people are attracted to others who are very different from what they thought they wanted. For example, a person might always imagine they will fall in love with someone who is quiet and enjoys reading, but then they meet someone who is outgoing and loves partying—and they fall in love with that person. This can happen because opposites can be exciting and bring out new sides of us. It teaches us to be open-minded and flexible about what we think we need or want in relationships. So, instead of sticking strictly to a list of traits we think are ideal, we should allow ourselves the opportunity to connect with someone who might surprise us in pleasant ways. This approach can lead to unexpected and rewarding relationships.
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