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Art of loving Quote by Erich Fromm

“People think that to love is simple, but that to find the right object to love - or to be loved by - is difficult.” quote by Erich Fromm
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“People think that to love is simple, but that to find the right object to love - or to be loved by - is difficult.”

Erich Fromm

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Loving, 1956

Love is complex; finding the right object or being loved is challenging.

In simple terms: Love is not simple.

Key Takeaway

Seek authentic connections, not easy answers.

Themes

love relationships psychology

Mood

thoughtful philosophical

Type

psychological emotional

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • therapy

Key Concepts

attachment theory existentialism self‑actualization

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “right object” mean to you?
  • How can you love without seeking perfection?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing love can cause disappointment.

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