Endurance Quote by Lorrie Moore
“I want to pretend there's such a thing as requited love. As the endurance of love.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Endurance of Love", 2009
The speaker wishes to imagine love that is reciprocated and enduring, despite reality.
In simple terms: Desire for mutual, lasting love.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate realistic expectations in relationships.
Themes
love
desire
imagination
relationships
longing
Mood
hopeful
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- dating
- marriage counseling
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
reciprocity
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “requited love” mean to you?
- How can you find fulfillment without it?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing love can lead to disappointment.
