There is merely bad luck in not being loved; there is misfortune in not loving. All of us, today, are dying of this misfortune. For violence and hatred dry up the heart itself; the long fight for justice exhausts the love that nevertheless gave birth to it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Not loving others is a deeper misfortune than not being loved, as it drains the heart.
- In plain terms
- It is worse to stop loving than to not be loved.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize loving others to keep your heart alive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance justice and love?
- What happens when you stop loving?
Another view
Loving others can sometimes leave you vulnerable.
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