Afraid of love Quote by Rajneesh
“People have become afraid of love because in love also, death penetrates. If two lovers are sitting side by side in deep love and intimacy, not even talking… Talking is an escape, an escape from love. When two lovers are talking that simply shows they are avoiding the intimacy. Words in-between give distance - with no words distance disappears, death appears. In silence there is death just lurking around - a beautiful phenomenon. But people are so afraid that they go on talking whether it is needed or not. They go on talking about anything, everything - but they cannot keep silent.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Discourses on Love and Silence, 1970s
Love is often avoided through excessive talk, which creates distance and masks the fear of intimacy and death.
In simple terms: Talking can hide true closeness; silence reveals deeper connection.
Key Takeaway
Embrace silence to deepen intimacy.
Themes
love
intimacy
communication
fear of vulnerability
Mood
introspective
poetic
Type
relationship
philosophical
When to use this quote
- couples therapy
- meditation retreats
- deep listening exercises
Key Concepts
psychology of relationships
existential fear
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears arise when you truly stop talking to a loved one?
- How can you balance dialogue and silence in relationships?
A Different Perspective
Silence can also breed misunderstanding if not shared.
