Attachment Quote by Anthony de Mello
““I have no fear of losing you, for you aren’t an object of my property, or anyone else’s. I love you as you are, without attachment, without fears, without conditions, without egoism, trying not to absorb you. I love you freely because I love your freedom, as well as mine””
About This Quote
Source Book: Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality, 1990
Love is expressed as unconditional, non‑possessive freedom for both partners, rejecting ownership, fear, and ego.
In simple terms: Love without ownership or fear.
Practice loving without trying to control.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- romantic partnership
- friendship
- parent‑child bond
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you love someone while respecting both your freedoms?
- What boundaries help keep love healthy?
May be idealistic; real‑world dynamics can involve practical needs and boundaries.