Jealousy is a disease, love is a healthy condition. The…
“Jealousy is a disease, love is a healthy condition. The immature mind often mistakes one for the other, or assumes that the greater the love, the greater the jealousy -- in fact, they're almost incompatible; one emotion hardly leaves room for the other. Both at once can produce unbearable turmoil...”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Jealousy and love are opposing forces; true love thrives without possessiveness, while jealousy breeds conflict.
In simple terms: Love is healthy; jealousy is harmful.
Cultivate love, release jealousy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- romantic partnerships
- family dynamics
- friendships
- teamwork
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers jealousy for you?
- How can you foster secure love?
Love can be complicated by insecurity.