Anais-nin Quote by Anaïs Nin
““I feel a little like the moon who took possession of you for a moment and then returned your soul to you. You should not love me. One ought not to love the moon. If you come too near me, I will hurt you.””
About This Quote
Source Diary: 1930s Personal Journal, Entry 1942
She likens love to a fleeting, dangerous lunar possession that must be relinquished.
In simple terms: Love can be intoxicating yet harmful if clung to.
Key Takeaway
Release love before it harms you.
Themes
love
danger
transience
Mood
poetic
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Romantic relationships
- creative collaborations
- spiritual practices
Key Concepts
Psychology
mythology
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Is love always a sacrifice?
- How do you balance intimacy and self‑preservation?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize unhealthy attachment.
