Care Quote by Nan Goldin
“Yes, I need to be fed but the need to be loved by friends has been as important to me than any lover I've had all my life. This is part of the reasons that my lovers don't stay because they are jealous of how much I care about my friends.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nan Goldin, 2015 documentary "The Ballad of Sexual Dependency"
The speaker values deep friendships more than romantic relationships, feeling that this priority causes tension with lovers who feel threatened by the closeness of those friendships.
In simple terms: Friends are more important than lovers, causing jealousy.
Key Takeaway
Balance love and friendship to reduce conflict.
Themes
friendship
jealousy
relationships
selfworth
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
advice
relationship
personal development
When to use this quote
- dating
- maintaining friendships
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
attachment theory
social needs
boundary setting
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture both friends and lovers without conflict?
- What boundaries help keep relationships healthy?
A Different Perspective
If friendships dominate, romantic partners may feel insecure, leading to breakups.
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