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“After you've been doing inquiry for a while, if you have the thought "She doesn't love me," you just get the immediate turnaround with a smile: "Oh, I'm not loving myself in this moment."” quote by Byron Katie
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“After you've been doing inquiry for a while, if you have the thought "She doesn't love me," you just get the immediate turnaround with a smile: "Oh, I'm not loving myself in this moment."”

Byron Katie

About This Quote

Source Book: "Loving What Is", 2007

When you think someone doesn’t love you, you can shift perspective to self‑love, transforming the emotional response.

In simple terms: Self‑love changes perception of others.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑acceptance first.

Themes

self‑help mindfulness relationships

Mood

calming insightful

Type

psychological spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal therapy
  • relationship counseling
  • daily affirmations

Key Concepts

cognitive reframing emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you love yourself in moments of rejection?
  • What does “not loving myself” feel like?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex relational issues.

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