Love Quote by Adrienne Shelly
““I hope that someday, somebody wants to hold you for twenty minutes straight, and that’s all they do. They don’t pull away. They don’t look at your face. They don’t try to kiss you. All they do is wrap you up in their arms, without an ounce of selfishness in it.””
About This Quote
Source Film: Girl, Interrupted (2001) – dialogue by Adrienne Shelly
The speaker longs for a selfless, comforting embrace that lasts, without any romantic expectations or selfish motives.
In simple terms: Desire for a pure, lasting, selfless hug.
Key Takeaway
Seek and offer unconditional comfort.
Themes
love
comfort
selflessness
intimacy
trust
Mood
gentle
hopeful
Type
emotional
relationship
When to use this quote
- relationships
- therapy
- friendship
- parent‑child bonding
Key Concepts
Non‑romantic intimacy
emotional safety
Questions to Reflect On
- What does a selfless embrace mean to you?
- How can you provide comfort without expectation?
A Different Perspective
Such idealized closeness may be unrealistic in everyday life.
