And love Quote by Mindy Kaling
“It makes me cry because it means that fewer and fewer people are believing it's cool to want what I want, which is to be married and have kids and love each other in a monogamous, long-lasting relationship.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New York Times, “Love in Modern Times”, 2021
Societal trends devalue monogamous, long‑term relationships, causing emotional distress.
In simple terms: Traditional relationships are losing cultural support.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for lasting love.
Themes
relationships
culture
loneliness
social norms
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
social
philosophical
When to use this quote
- dating apps
- media
- family planning
- mental health
Key Concepts
sociology of love
media influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we reshape relationship narratives?
- What supports lasting partnerships?
A Different Perspective
Counter‑cultural movements may resist; personal choice varies.
