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Being in love Quote by Scott Spencer

“I never felt so large and important as I did when being in love was everything. I saw you walking a foot above the earth and I remembered that was where I used to walk.” quote by Scott Spencer
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“I never felt so large and important as I did when being in love was everything. I saw you walking a foot above the earth and I remembered that was where I used to walk.”

Scott Spencer

About This Quote

Source Novel: Enduring Love by Ian McEwan, 1997

Love can inflate self‑importance and distort perception of reality.

In simple terms: Love makes you feel larger than life.

Key Takeaway

Stay grounded despite intense emotions.

Themes

love ego perception identity

Mood

introspective romantic

Type

emotional literary

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love affect self‑esteem?
  • Can love coexist with humility?
A Different Perspective

Intense love may lead to loss of self.

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