Action Quote by M. Scott Peck
“Love is the will to extend one's self for the purpose of nurturing one's own or another's spiritual growth... Love is as love does. Love is an act of will -- namely, both an intention and an action. Will also implies choice. We do not have to love. We choose to love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck, 1978
Love requires intentional effort, combining desire, choice, and action to foster spiritual growth.
In simple terms: Love is a conscious choice and action.
Key Takeaway
Choose love actively.
Themes
love
will
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- counseling
- self‑improvement
- community building
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you practice love as a deliberate act?
- What choices reinforce your spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective
Love can be difficult when personal wounds intervene.
