Love Quote by David Foster Wallace
“You are what you love. No? You are, completely and only, what you would die for without, as you say, the thinking twice.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Dependent Mind", 2005
We are defined by what we love enough to risk everything for; love shapes identity and purpose.
In simple terms: Love defines who you are.
Identify and pursue what you would sacrifice for.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career choices
- relationships
- artistic pursuits
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you willing to die for?
- Does love always lead to fulfillment?
Love may be idealized, overlooking practical constraints and self‑care.