Definitions Quote by Jodi Picoult
“But love wasn't about sacrifice, and it wasn't about falling short of someone's expectations. By definition, love made you better than good enough; it redefined perfection to include your traits, instead of excluding them. All any of us wanted, really, was to know that we counted. That someone else's life would not have been as rich without us here.”
About This Quote
Love validates existence, reshapes perfection to include flaws, and enriches both partners' lives, emphasizing mutual significance over sacrifice.
In simple terms: Love makes us count.
Key Takeaway
Love redefines perfection.
Themes
love
self‑worth
interdependence
Mood
warm
affirming
Type
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- parenting
- friendship
- teamwork
Key Concepts
attachment theory
self‑acceptance
Practical Applications
- express appreciation regularly
- recognize each other's impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How does feeling counted change personal growth?
- What does redefining perfection look like in practice?
![“The self is defined psychologically as the psychic totality of the individual. Anything that a [person] postulates as being a greater totality than [oneself] can become a symbol of the self. For this reason the symbol of the self is not always as total as the definition would require.” quote by Carl Jung](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/251/carl-jung-274_defined_the-self-is-defined-psychologically-as-t_7148.jpg)
