Relationships should be based on value and fact, on how you get on…

Relationships should be based on value and fact, on how you get on, on what things you enjoy together. I think romance has caused more unhappiness almost than anything.

Diana Athill

2017

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Romance Relationships Love Unhappiness

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2017

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Diana Athill

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Athill, Diana. "Write, Never Marry, and Other Love Advice from Simone de Beauvoir's Editor." Written by Anya Raza. Lenny Letter, 21 Apr. 2017.

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