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Love is self-serving - we do all sorts of things for our…

“Love is self-serving - we do all sorts of things for our own comfort and call it love. But revenge is an intimate thing, don't you think? Would you be willing to enact another persons vengeance?” quote by Kathleen Tessaro
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““Love is self-serving - we do all sorts of things for our own comfort and call it love. But revenge is an intimate thing, don't you think? Would you be willing to enact another persons vengeance?””

Kathleen Tessaro

About This Quote

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

Love often serves self‑interest, while revenge is intimate and personal, prompting moral questions about enacting another’s vengeance.

In simple terms: Love can be selfish; revenge is personal.

Key Takeaway

Question motives behind love.

Themes

psychology morality revenge intimacy relationships

Mood

thoughtful provocative

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • legal ethics

Key Concepts

self‑interest ethical dilemmas personal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is personal vengeance justified?
  • How to transform selfish love?
A Different Perspective

Revenge can perpetuate harm.

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