Ass Quote by John Maus
“There's love and there's romantic love. The Greeks had different words for different kinds of love. And we just got "love." I don't know what you would call the other kinds - maybe brotherly love, Christian love, the love of Saint Francis, love of everyone and everything. Then there's romantic love, which, by and large, is a pain in the ass, a kind of trauma.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: John Maus, 2020
The quote distinguishes between various forms of love, noting that romantic love often feels painful compared to broader, platonic or spiritual love.
In simple terms: Different kinds of love exist; romantic love can be painful.
Key Takeaway
Value diverse love types beyond romance.
Themes
love
relationships
human experience
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- friendships
- family bonds
- spiritual practice
- romantic relationships
Key Concepts
platonic love
spiritual love
romantic love
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑romantic loves enrich your life?
- How can you honor all love forms equally?
A Different Perspective
Romantic love isn’t the only meaningful connection.
