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“Once we make our relationship choices in an adult way, a prospective partner who is unavailable, nonreciprocal, or not open to processing feelings and issues, becomes, by those very facts, unappealing. Once we love ourselves, people no longer look good to us unless they are good for us.” quote by David Richo
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“Once we make our relationship choices in an adult way, a prospective partner who is unavailable, nonreciprocal, or not open to processing feelings and issues, becomes, by those very facts, unappealing. Once we love ourselves, people no longer look good to us unless they are good for us.”

David Richo

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Choosing partners wisely requires self‑love; unfit partners become unattractive when we value ourselves.

In simple terms: Self‑love filters partners.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize self‑respect in relationships.

Themes

self‑love relationships boundaries

Mood

reflective empowering

Type

advice psychological

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • therapy
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology of attachment personal values

Questions to Reflect On

  • What boundaries protect your well‑being?
  • How do you recognize a healthy partner?
A Different Perspective

Self‑love alone may not solve compatibility issues.

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