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Love is like a flower, and like the body, it needs…

“Love is like a flower, and like the body, it needs constant feeding...And with love, also, cannot be expected to last forever unless it is continually fed with portions of love, the manifestation of esteem and admiration, the expressions of gratitude, and the consideration of unselfishness.” quote by Spencer W. Kimball
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“Love is like a flower, and like the body, it needs constant feeding...And with love, also, cannot be expected to last forever unless it is continually fed with portions of love, the manifestation of esteem and admiration, the expressions of gratitude, and the consideration of unselfishness.”

Spencer W. Kimball

About This Quote

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

Love requires continual nurturing through respect, gratitude, and self‑lessness to endure.

In simple terms: Love needs constant care and appreciation.

Key Takeaway

Nurture love daily.

Themes

relationships empathy gratitude

Mood

spiritual reflective

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • friendship maintenance
  • team building
  • parenting

Key Concepts

reciprocity self‑sacrifice esteem appreciation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What daily actions show appreciation to loved ones?
  • How does self‑less behavior strengthen bonds?
A Different Perspective

Love may fade if effort stops.

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