There is a word I have always avoided in my writing, my…
““There is a word I have always avoided in my writing, my life, my thoughts. That word is love. What does it mean? How do you deal with it? If you find it and lose it, how do you get over it? Love is something you feel and when you feel it you can’t trust it or define it. How can you sustain love for a long time? A short time? You may love your family, your friends. But you don’t invite them inside your body.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She avoids the word “love,” questioning its meaning, trustworthiness, and sustainability across relationships.
In simple terms: Avoids “love” because it feels undefinable and untrustworthy.
Reflect on how you define and sustain love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family bonds
- friendships
- romantic partnerships
- self‑love
- life stages
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines love for you?
- How can love be trusted over time?
May oversimplify love’s complexity.