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Fall Quote by David Levithan

“It's as if when you love someone, they become your reason. And maybe I've gotten it backward, maybe it's just because I need a reason that I find myself falling in love with her. But I don't think that's it. I think I would have continued along, oblivious, if I hadn't happened to meet her.” quote by David Levithan
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“It's as if when you love someone, they become your reason. And maybe I've gotten it backward, maybe it's just because I need a reason that I find myself falling in love with her. But I don't think that's it. I think I would have continued along, oblivious, if I hadn't happened to meet her.”

David Levithan

About This Quote

Source Novel: Every Day, 2012

Love can become a purpose that drives actions, but it may also be a catalyst that reveals deeper motivations.

In simple terms: Love can be a purpose.

Key Takeaway

Recognize love’s influence on your goals.

Themes

love purpose motivation

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • self‑discovery
  • career decisions

Key Concepts

existential psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you beyond love?
  • Can love be both cause and effect?
A Different Perspective

Attributing all purpose to love can ignore other drivers.

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