Facts Quote by Dennis Cooper
“I want to love someone so selflessly that he would never even think about going away. I suppose that's what most people want. In fact, that's probably why we don't kill one another all the time. Everyone's just a little too lonely to risk it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015
Selfless love is a desire to avoid abandonment, reflecting a universal fear of loneliness that prevents violence.
In simple terms: People love to avoid being alone, which reduces conflict.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate healthy boundaries while caring for others.
Themes
love
loneliness
human nature
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- relationships
- friendships
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
attachment theory
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self‑care with selfless love?
- What fears drive our need for connection?
A Different Perspective
Selfless love can become codependent or unrealistic.
