Love is blind, they say; sex is impervious to reason and…
““Love is blind, they say; sex is impervious to reason and mocks the power of all philosophers. But, in fact, a person's sexual choice is the result and sum of their fundamental convictions. Tell me what a person finds sexually attractive and I will tell you their entire philosophy of life. Show me the person they sleep with and I will tell you their valuation of themselves. No matter what corruption they're taught about the virtue of selflessness, sex is the most profoundly selfish of all acts, an act which they cannot perform for any motive but their own enjoyment - just try to think of performing it in a spirit of selfless charity! - an act which is not possible in self-abasement, only in self-exultation, only on the confidence of being desired and being worthy of desire. It is an act that forces them to stand naked in spirit, as well as in body, and accept their real ego as their standard of value. They will always be attracted to the person who reflects their deepest vision of themselves, the person whose surrender permits them to experience - or to fake - a sense of self-esteem .. Love is our response to our highest values - and can be nothing else.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Sexual attraction reveals a person’s deepest convictions and self‑valuation, showing that love aligns with one’s highest values while sex is inherently selfish.
In simple terms: Sex shows philosophy; love shows values.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how attraction mirrors core beliefs.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
relationships
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- dating
- self‑reflection
- relationship counseling
- personal development
Key Concepts
Existentialism
objectivism
egoism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your attractions reflect your values?
- Can love ever be truly selfless?
A Different Perspective
Attraction may be influenced by social conditioning, not just pure philosophy.