Ability to love Quote by Sharon Salzberg
““When we develop our ability to love in one realm, we simultaneously nourish our ability in others, as long as we remain open to the flow of insight and compassion.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness, Sharon Salzberg, 2005
Cultivating love in one area expands our capacity for love elsewhere, provided we stay receptive to insight and compassion.
In simple terms: Love in one area grows love elsewhere if we stay open.
Practice openness to deepen love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal development
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay open to insight?
- What realm could you nurture love in now?
If we close off to insight, love may stagnate.