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“Love casts out fear, but we have to get over the fear in order to get close enough to love them.” quote by Dorothy Day
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“Love casts out fear, but we have to get over the fear in order to get close enough to love them.”

Dorothy Day

About This Quote

Source Book: The Long Loneliness by Dorothy Day, 1952

Love requires overcoming fear to connect deeply with others.

In simple terms: Love needs courage to face fear.

Key Takeaway

Face fear to love fully.

Themes

courage love fear

Mood

hopeful introspective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • community building
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

emotional risk intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fears block your love?
  • How can you gently confront them?
A Different Perspective

Fear may persist despite effort.

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