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Rainer Maria Rilke

A person isn't who they are during the last conversation you had with them - they're who they've been throughout your whole relationship.

Rainer Maria Rilke

Relationship

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A person's true character is shaped by all the moments and interactions you've shared over time, not just the final exchange you had. Judging someone based only on the last conversation ignores the full history and complexity of your relationship with them.

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