Appropriate Quote by Osamu Dazai
“In my case such an expression as 'to be fallen for' or even 'to be loved' is not in the least appropriate; perhaps it describes the situation more accurately to say that I was 'looked after.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: No Longer Human, Osamu Dazai, 1948
The narrator feels that being cared for is more accurate than being loved or fallen for, emphasizing passive protection over active affection.
In simple terms: Being looked after is safer than being loved.
Seek protective, caring relationships.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- healthcare
- family care
- friendship
- emotional support
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “being looked after” mean to you?
- Can protection replace genuine love?
Passive care can limit personal agency and growth.