'What is love?' 'The total absence of fear,' said the Master. 'What is it we fear?' 'Love,' said the Master.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love is defined as the absence of fear, yet we often fear love itself.
- In plain terms
- Fear kills love, but we are often afraid of love.
- What can you take from it?
- Fear blocks love.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you afraid of when you love?
- Does fear protect you or isolate you?
Another view
Healthy caution is sometimes needed to avoid harmful relationships.
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