Capacity Quote by Erwin W. Lutzer
“Every time we love, we increase our capacity to be hurt.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Psychology of Love”, 1998
Loving opens us to vulnerability, increasing the chance of being hurt.
In simple terms: Love makes us more vulnerable to hurt.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love while accepting possible pain.
Themes
love
vulnerability
emotions
psychology
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
psychological
relationship
When to use this quote
- relationships
- friendships
- family bonds
Key Concepts
attachment theory
risk of intimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance love with self‑protection?
- What strategies reduce hurt in relationships?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on pain may deter love.
