Hurting yourself Quote by Geneen Roth
““The obsession will end when you love yourself enough to stop hurting yourself. Who doesn't want to take care of what they love?””
About This Quote
Source Self‑Help Book: “The Gift of Self‑Love” by Geneen Roth, 1994
Self‑love ends self‑destructive habits; caring for oneself stops the urge to harm.
In simple terms: Love yourself to stop self‑harm.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize self‑care to break harmful cycles.
Themes
self‑love
healing
personal responsibility
Mood
hopeful
motivational
Type
self‑help
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- daily self‑care
- stress management
- relationship boundaries
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑compassion
behavior change
Questions to Reflect On
- What does caring for yourself look like?
- How can you replace self‑harm with self‑nurture?
A Different Perspective
Self‑love may be challenged by deep‑seated self‑criticism.
