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What does it mean?
We love things simply for their inherent qualities.
In plain terms
We love what they are.
What can you take from it?
Appreciate things for their true nature.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • appreciating art

Putting it to work

  • focus on essence
  • avoid idealizing

Questions to consider

  • Do you love for who a person is or what they represent?
  • Can love change when qualities change?

Another view

People often love for projected qualities.

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