Quotes by Francois Lelord

Eros is not tranquil - it gives us spikes of happiness rather than a constant feeling of wellbeing. Its the love we feel at the beginning of a love affair and corresponds to the expression falling in love since it is as involuntary an impulse as a physical fall.

Very different from eros is philia, a serene love much more akin to friendship, with its reciprocal kindnesses. You love each other for the happy experiences and pleasures you share.