Definitions Quote by Tom DeLonge
“I think that people feel they know what love means, it's probably one of the most used words in the world but has the most completely different definitions from one person to another.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Interview with Tom DeLonge, 2022
People use “love” frequently, yet its personal definition varies widely, causing misunderstanding.
In simple terms: Love means different things to different people.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and ask for personal meanings.
Themes
relationships
communication
subjectivity
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
philosophical
conversational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- therapy sessions
- friendship discussions
Key Concepts
psychology
semantic variance
emotional linguistics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define love in your life?
- What assumptions do you make about others’ definitions?
A Different Perspective
Definitions can clash, leading to conflict.
![“The self is defined psychologically as the psychic totality of the individual. Anything that a [person] postulates as being a greater totality than [oneself] can become a symbol of the self. For this reason the symbol of the self is not always as total as the definition would require.” quote by Carl Jung](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/251/carl-jung-274_defined_the-self-is-defined-psychologically-as-t_7148.jpg)
