Components Quote by John Bowlby
“The propensity to make strong emotional bonds to particular individuals [is] a basic component of human nature”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Attachment and Loss”, 1969
Forming strong emotional bonds is an innate human trait essential for psychological health.
In simple terms: Human nature includes forming deep emotional connections.
Cultivate healthy attachments for wellbeing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- friendship
- therapeutic settings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance attachment and independence?
- What signs indicate healthy bonding?
Over‑attachment can become codependent.