Liking Quote by George MacDonald
“Love is liking someone better than you like yourself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lost Princess, 1884
Love deepens when you value another person more than yourself, encouraging self‑less affection.
In simple terms: Love means caring more for another than yourself.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑less love in relationships.
Themes
love
self‑lessness
relationships
Mood
tender
inspirational
Type
philosophical
romantic
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- parenting
- community service
Key Concepts
empathy
self‑growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance self‑care with self‑less love?
- What does loving others more than yourself look like in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Self‑sacrifice may lead to neglect of personal needs.
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