Convenient Quote by Elif Batuman
“Love is a rare and valuable thing, and you don't get to choose its object. You just go around getting hung up on all the least convenient things-and if the only obstacle in your way is a little extra work, then that's the wonderful gift right there.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: NPR Fresh Air, 2015
Love is unpredictable, valuable, and often involves effort; obstacles become part of its worth.
In simple terms: Love is rare, chosen, and sometimes hard.
Key Takeaway
Embrace effort as part of love’s gift.
Themes
love
effort
unexpectedness
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- career choices
- art projects
- personal growth
Key Concepts
value of difficulty
serendipity
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles have deepened your appreciation?
- Can you love without choosing?
A Different Perspective
Hard work may not always lead to love.
