Giving Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
“what I must learn is to love with all of me, giving all of me, and yet remain whole in myself. Any other kind of love is too demanding of the other; it takes, rather than gives. To love so completely that you lose yourself in another person is not good. You are giving a weight, not the sense of lightness and light that loving someone should give.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, 1962
Love should be whole and balanced, giving fully without losing oneself, avoiding over‑dependence on another.
In simple terms: Give fully but stay whole.
Key Takeaway
Maintain self‑integrity while loving.
Themes
love
self‑care
balance
relationships
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- friendships
- family dynamics
- personal growth
Key Concepts
interdependence
self‑identity
healthy boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep your sense of self while deeply loving?
- What boundaries protect your wholeness?
A Different Perspective
Love can become burdensome if it erodes personal identity.
