Belief Quote by Lorrie Moore
“You chose love like a belief, a faith, a place, a box for one's heart to knock against like a spook in the house.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Lost World” by Lorrie Moore, 2005
Love is treated like a belief system, a refuge where the heart seeks comfort against fear.
In simple terms: Love feels like a safe place for the heart.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love as belief, not just comfort.
Themes
love
belief
comfort
fear
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- relationships
- grief coping
- self‑care
- emotional health
Key Concepts
psychology
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does love protect you from?
- Is love a belief or a feeling?
A Different Perspective
Love may become a crutch rather than growth.
