Love Quote by Erich Fromm
““A second premise behind the attitude that there is nothing to be learned about love is the assumption that the problem of love is the problem of an object, not the problem of a faculty. People think that to love is simple, but that to find the right object to love—or to be loved by—is difficult. This attitude has several reasons rooted in the development of modern society. One reason is the great change which occurred in the twentieth century with respect to the choice of a “love object.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Loving, Erich Fromm, 1956
Love is a faculty to be developed, not just a matter of finding the right object; societal changes complicate this perception.
In simple terms: Love is a skill, not just a choice of partner.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love as a personal capacity.
Themes
love
psychology
society
relationships
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- dating
- marriage counseling
- personal growth
- therapy
Key Concepts
attachment theory
self-development
object relations
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice loving as a skill?
- What societal norms shape your view of love?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook biological and cultural factors influencing attraction.
