Selfish Quote by Brittainy C. Cherry
““You're the reason people believe in tomorrow. You're the voice that scares the shadows away. You're the love that makes me breathe. So for the next few seconds, I'm going to be selfish. I'm going to say things that I don't want you to listen to. Don't go. Stay with me forever. Please, Ashlyn. Let me be your everything. Make me your golden. Don't. Go.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Promise of Tomorrow by Brittainy C. Cherry, 2021
A lover pleads for eternal closeness, fearing loss and seeking total devotion, while acknowledging selfish desire to be heard.
In simple terms: A lover wants to stay forever and be everything to the other.
Key Takeaway
Cherish deep connection, express vulnerability.
Themes
love
loneliness
commitment
fear
desire
Mood
passionate
longing
intense
Type
romantic
confessional
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic relationship
- nighttime conversation
- confession of feelings
Key Concepts
emotional intimacy
dependency
selfishness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to be “everything” for someone?
- How can love balance self‑interest and mutual respect?
A Different Perspective
Love can become possessive and overlook personal boundaries.
