“Close companions we, so intoxicated, so passive”
— Walt Whitman
Simplified Meaning:
Two people are very close friends or perhaps in a romantic relationship. They spend so much time together and are very deeply involved with one another. They enjoy each other's company so much that they might get carried away, almost like they're under a spell or very drunk, forgetting the world around them. This closeness causes them to become less active or less aware of other things happening in their lives. Imagine best friends who do everything together, like watching movies, going out to eat, and sharing secrets. They become so wrapped up in their friendship that they don't pay attention to their studies or other responsibilities. To balance their lives better, they would need to be aware of how absorbed they’ve become and make sure they're also taking care of other important aspects of their life.
