Love is a special word, and I use it only when I mean it. You say the word too much and it becomes cheap.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Charles warns that overusing the word love diminishes its value and meaning.
- In plain terms
- Save the word love for when you really mean it so it stays special.
- What can you take from it?
- Use powerful words sparingly to maintain their value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How often do you use the word love?
- Does using a word too much make it lose meaning?
Another view
Some people find joy in frequent expression of affection.
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