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What does it mean?
Argues that love gives a person meaning and visibility.
In plain terms
Without love, you are silent and unseen, but with it you shine.
What can you take from it?
Love gives life purpose and visibility.

Where it applies

  • feeling lost
  • seeking connection
  • building community

Putting it to work

  • express love daily
  • cultivate relationships
  • seek connection

Questions to consider

  • How does love change how you see yourself?
  • Can purpose exist without love?

Another view

People can find meaning outside of romantic love.

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