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“The kind of loving women and men have in them and the ways it comes out from them makes for them the bottom nature in them, gives to them their kind of thinking, makes the character they have all their living in them, makes them then their kind of women and men and there are always many millions…” quote by Gertrude Stein
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“The kind of loving women and men have in them and the ways it comes out from them makes for them the bottom nature in them, gives to them their kind of thinking, makes the character they have all their living in them, makes them then their kind of women and men and there are always many millions made of each kind of them.”

Gertrude Stein

About This Quote

Source Book: "The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas" by Gertrude Stein, 1933

Our innate love shapes our thoughts, character, and identity, creating distinct types of people.

In simple terms: Love defines thinking and character.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how love influences your identity.

Themes

identity love character human nature

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • relationships
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love shape your decisions?
  • Can love change over time?
A Different Perspective

Love can be idealized, overlooking other influences.

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