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What does it mean?
The quote suggests self-love follows from learning to love others as yourself.
In plain terms
Learn to love others well first, then you will be allowed to love yourself.
What can you take from it?
Self-love comes from loving others well.

Where it applies

  • personal growth
  • interpersonal relationships
  • spiritual practice

Putting it to work

  • practice loving others
  • reflect on self-worth

Questions to consider

  • How do you love others?
  • Do you feel worthy of love?

Another view

It links self-worth to external actions rather than inherent value.

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