Love Quote by Nicole Krauss
““15. WHENEVER I WENT OUT TO PLAY, MY MOTHER WANTED TO KNOW EXACTLY WHERE I WAS GOING TO BE When I'd come in, she'd call me into her bedroom, take me in her arms, and cover me with kisses. She'd stroke my hair and say, 'I love you so much,' and when I sneezed she'd say, 'Bless you, you know how much I love you, don't you?' and when I got up for a tissue she'd say, 'Let me get that for you I love you so much,' and when I looked for a pen to do my homework she'd say, 'Use mine, anything for you,' and when I had an itch on my leg she'd say, 'Is this the spot, let me hug you,' and when I said I was going up to my room she'd call after me, 'What can I do for you I love you so much ,' and I always wanted to say, but never said: Love me less.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The History of Love by Nicole Krauss, 2005
A child longs for unconditional love but feels suffocated by overprotective affection, desiring less intensity.
In simple terms: Child craves love but feels smothered.
Key Takeaway
Balance affection with space.
Themes
family
love
boundaries
parenting
emotional needs
Mood
reflective
conflicted
longing
Type
philosophical
emotional
When to use this quote
- parent-child relationship
- seeking independence
- expressing needs
- setting boundaries
Key Concepts
attachment theory
overprotection
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you express need for space without hurting loved ones?
- What signs show love is becoming overbearing?
A Different Perspective
Too much affection can stifle autonomy and cause resentment.
