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Crush Quote by Stephen Chbosky

“I don't want to be somebody's crush.if somebody likes me, i want them to like the real me, not what they think i am. And i don't want them to carry it around inside. I want them to show me,so i can feel it too. - Sam” quote by Stephen Chbosky
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““I don't want to be somebody's crush.if somebody likes me, i want them to like the real me, not what they think i am. And i don't want them to carry it around inside. I want them to show me,so i can feel it too. - Sam””

Stephen Chbosky

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Perks of Being a Wallflower, 1999

Desires authentic affection, rejecting superficial crushes and wanting genuine emotional reciprocity.

In simple terms: Want real love, not a façade.

Key Takeaway

Seek honesty in relationships.

Themes

authenticity relationships self‑esteem

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

literary conversational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

identity emotional honesty

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does being “real” mean to you?
  • How can you communicate authenticity?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the complexity of mutual feelings.

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