Admiring Quote by Lisa Ann Sandell
“It should begin with friendship, I think. Suddenly I cannot look at him. It should begin with friendship and truly knowing who a person is, knowing his flaws and hopes and strengths and fears, knowing all of it. And admiring and caring for- loving the person because of all of those things... I know that now.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Truth About Forever by Lisa Ann Sandell, 2002
True intimacy requires seeing a person fully—their strengths, flaws, hopes, and fears—and loving them for the whole.
In simple terms: Love needs deep, honest knowledge of a person.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genuine understanding before judgment.
Themes
relationships
intimacy
acceptance
self-awareness
vulnerability
Mood
reflective
hopeful
intimate
Type
advice
philosophical
romantic
When to use this quote
- friendship building
- romantic partnership
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
human nature
emotional intelligence
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of a person do you truly know?
- How does vulnerability deepen love?
A Different Perspective
Loving someone without full knowledge can lead to idealization and disappointment.
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