Human nature Quote by Wendy-O Matik
““An open relationship allows you to be a better lover to yourself as well as to others. It opens your perception and helps you cope with the reality of human nature, which is to seek out love, to give love, and to receive love over and over again in its many forms and many faces. One””
About This Quote
Source Book: Redefining Our Relationships: Guidelines for Responsible Open Relationships, Wendy-O Matik, 2006
Open relationships can make people kinder to themselves and to others, broaden perspective, and honor the human desire to love and be loved in many forms.
In simple terms: Open relationships can teach self-love and flexibility.
Key Takeaway
Approach love with openness and self-compassion.
Themes
love
relationships
self-knowledge
human nature
openness
Mood
open-minded
affectionate
contemplative
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- exploring relationship structures
- reading about ethical non-monogamy
- self-reflection on envy and trust
- communicating with a partner
Key Concepts
non-monogamy
emotional intelligence
compersion
attachment styles
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define love beyond one exclusive connection?
- What emotional skills does an open relationship demand?
A Different Perspective
Open relationships require rigorous communication and boundaries; they do not automatically produce enlightenment.
