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“No one can ever love us quite so much as we love ourselves.” quote by Gore Vidal
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““No one can ever love us quite so much as we love ourselves.””

Gore Vidal

About This Quote

Source Book: Myra Breckenridge, 1968

Self‑love is the deepest source of affection; external love mirrors it.

In simple terms: We love ourselves most.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑respect.

Themes

self‑esteem love identity

Mood

reflective affirmative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • relationships
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance self‑care with humility?
  • What limits does self‑love set?
A Different Perspective

Self‑love can become narcissism if unchecked.

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