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“Love until it hurts.” quote by Mother Teresa
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““Love until it hurts.””

Mother Teresa

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Love and Compassion, 1975

Love should be so deep it causes pain, indicating true commitment.

In simple terms: Love can hurt.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love fully.

Themes

love commitment pain

Mood

cautionary inspirational

Type

spiritual emotional

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • volunteering
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Self‑sacrifice spiritual devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does love become harmful?
  • How to balance love and self‑care?
A Different Perspective

Painful love may become unhealthy.

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