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Embarrassed Quote by Daniel Handler

“This is love, and the trouble with it: it can make you embarrassed. Love is really liking someone a whole lot and not wanting to screw that up. Everybody's chewed over this. This unites us, this part of love.” quote by Daniel Handler
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“This is love, and the trouble with it: it can make you embarrassed. Love is really liking someone a whole lot and not wanting to screw that up. Everybody's chewed over this. This unites us, this part of love.”

Daniel Handler

About This Quote

Source Book: A Series of Unfortunate Events, Lemony Snicket, 1999

Love can cause embarrassment because it makes us vulnerable and afraid of ruining something precious.

In simple terms: Love makes us nervous about messing up.

Key Takeaway

Embrace vulnerability, cherish love.

Themes

love vulnerability relationships

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • confessing feelings
  • maintaining relationships
  • dealing with insecurity

Key Concepts

attachment self-consciousness intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you protect love from fear?
  • What makes you feel safe to be vulnerable?
A Different Perspective

Embarrassment may prevent honest expression.

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