Experience Quote by Alain de Botton
“Often we think love is a feeling: that you spontaneously experience it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays in Love by Alain de Botton, 1995
Love is often mistaken for a fleeting emotion, but it is a practice and commitment that requires conscious effort.
In simple terms: Love is a practice, not just a feeling.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love through intentional actions.
Themes
love
commitment
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- parenting
- long‑term partnership
Key Concepts
relationship dynamics
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn love into a daily practice?
- What habits strengthen lasting love?
A Different Perspective
Love also involves conflict and disappointment, which can challenge the idealized view.
