Demand Quote by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
“Love is preserved by wisdom. Destroyed by demand, tested by doubt, nourished by longing. It blossoms with faith and grows with gratitude.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Spiritual Wisdom, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, 2015
Wisdom sustains love, while selfish desire, doubt, and lack of gratitude erode it; love thrives on faith and thankfulness.
In simple terms: Love needs wisdom and gratitude, not greed or doubt.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate gratitude and faith to nurture love.
Themes
spirituality
relationships
psychology
Mood
inspirational
calm
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendships
- family ties
- community building
Key Concepts
wisdom
gratitude
faith
doubt
desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How does gratitude change your experience of love?
- What practices help keep love grounded in wisdom?
A Different Perspective
Love can falter if materialism dominates.
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