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Afraid Quote by Lang Leav

“Afraid to Love I turn away and close my heart— to the promise of love that is luring. For the past has taught to not be caught, in what is not worth pursuing— To never do the things I've done that once had led to my undoing.” quote by Lang Leav
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““Afraid to Love I turn away and close my heart— to the promise of love that is luring. For the past has taught to not be caught, in what is not worth pursuing— To never do the things I've done that once had led to my undoing.””

Lang Leav

About This Quote

Source Poetry collection: “Love’s Labyrinth”, 2021

Fear of love causes emotional withdrawal; past hurts lead to avoidance of new relationships.

In simple terms: Fear makes me close my heart, avoiding love.

Key Takeaway

Heal past wounds, open to love.

Themes

love fear healing relationships

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

poetic emotional

When to use this quote

  • dating after breakup
  • therapy
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

attachment vulnerability selfprotection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What past experience still influences your openness?
  • How can you safely explore intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding love may prevent growth and connection.

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