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“It's amazing how smart the body is. Though maybe we could do without loving. I think it's overrated, and I think it's too hard. You should only love your children; that is necessary, because otherwise you might kill them. But to love a man? It's overrated, and it's too hard and I will never, ever…” quote by Elizabeth Berg
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“It's amazing how smart the body is. Though maybe we could do without loving. I think it's overrated, and I think it's too hard. You should only love your children; that is necessary, because otherwise you might kill them. But to love a man? It's overrated, and it's too hard and I will never, ever do it again.”

Elizabeth Berg

About This Quote

Critiques love as overrated and difficult, suggesting love should be limited to children, not romantic partners.

In simple terms: Love is seen as hard and unnecessary except for children.

Key Takeaway

Question societal expectations of love.

Themes

love family relationships

Mood

skeptical critical

Type

opinion reflection

When to use this quote

  • personal philosophy
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

parenthood romantic expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is love considered overrated?
  • How do you define love?
A Different Perspective

Views on love are controversial.

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