Bad thing Quote by Rebecca Goldstein
“What is love? When you love somebody then I mean we all want good things to happen to ourselves and keep the bad things at bay. When you love somebody you want that as much for them if not more than you do for yourself.”
About This Quote
Love is desiring others' well‑being as much as, or more than your own, reflecting deep empathy and self‑less care.
In simple terms: Wanting good for others as much as yourself.
Key Takeaway
Practice self‑less empathy.
Themes
empathy
selflessness
relationships
Mood
warm
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family
- friendship
- community service
- romantic partnership
Key Concepts
human connection
altruism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self‑care with caring for others?
- What limits does self‑less love have?
A Different Perspective
Love can be confused with possession or control.
