Easy love Quote by from The Mad Farmer Manifesto: The First Amendment Wendall Berry
““And I declare myself free from ignorant love. You easy lovers and forgivers of mankind, stand back! I will love you at a distance, and not because you deserve it. My love must be descriminate or fail to bear its weight.””
About This Quote
Source Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Manifesto: The First Amendment, Wendall Berry
The speaker rejects shallow affection, choosing distant, selective love that bears responsibility rather than indulgent desire.
In simple terms: Choose selective, responsible love over easy affection.
Key Takeaway
Love responsibly, set boundaries.
Themes
love
responsibility
boundaries
self‑respect
Mood
reflective
defensive
Type
Easy love:0
Love:1
Love Easy:0
Free Ignorant:0
Ignorant Love:0
Love Descriminate:0
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal growth
- self‑care
Key Concepts
emotional intelligence
selective affection
personal autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “distance” protect in love?
- How can you love responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Love can become burdensome if expectations are unrealistic.
