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Belonging Quote by Jodi Picoult

“There is a reason the word belonging has a synonym for want at its center; it is the human condition.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“There is a reason the word belonging has a synonym for want at its center; it is the human condition.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Book Talk, Jodi Picoult, 2015

The word “belonging” contains “want,” highlighting that human desire is central to feeling part of something.

In simple terms: Desire is at the heart of belonging.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge desire in relationships.

Themes

identity desire belonging human nature

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

sociological psychological

When to use this quote

  • team building
  • community groups
  • family dynamics
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology language sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unmet wants drive your sense of belonging?
  • Can desire coexist with contentment?
A Different Perspective

Desire can also create exclusion or competition.

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