Contemplating Quote by Alfred Adler
“We only regard those unions as real examples of love and real marriages in which a fixed and unalterable decision has been taken. If men or women contemplate an escape, they do not collect all their powers for the task. In none of the serious and important tasks of life do we arrange such a "getaway." We cannot love and be limited.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Practice and Theory of Individual Psychology, Alfred Adler, 1927
True love requires a committed, unwavering decision; it cannot coexist with thoughts of escape or limitation.
In simple terms: Love needs commitment, not hesitation.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully, avoid half‑measures.
Themes
love
commitment
psychology
relationships
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- relationship therapy
Key Concepts
Individual psychology
choice
self‑determination
Questions to Reflect On
- What does commitment mean to you in love?
- How do you balance personal autonomy with relational fidelity?
A Different Perspective
Commitment may be challenged by personal freedom desires or external pressures.
