Being human Quote by Darcey Steinke
“I always think to myself, being human, having crushes now, what is it about that person that I really want? What do they represent? More freedom? Someone to care for me more? It's never really about the person.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Human desire and attraction, 2019
Crushes reflect deeper needs like freedom or care, not the person themselves.
In simple terms: Crushes reveal personal needs.
Explore what you truly seek.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- personal reflection
- therapy
- friendship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What unmet need does this crush reveal?
- How can you address that need directly?
Attraction can be misinterpreted as love.