Love Quote by Sigmund Freud
“We are never so defensless against suffering as when we love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Civilization and Its Discontents”, 1930
Love makes us vulnerable, exposing us to deeper suffering.
In simple terms: Love increases emotional risk.
Key Takeaway
Protect emotional health while loving.
Themes
love
vulnerability
pain
Mood
cautious
empathetic
Type
psychological
advice
When to use this quote
- relationships
- grief
- parenting
- therapy
Key Concepts
psychodynamics
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you safeguard yourself in love?
- What coping strategies help you when love hurts?
A Different Perspective
Some love brings resilience, not just suffering.
