Love is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love given without return still benefits the giver by improving their character.
- In plain terms
- Even unreturned love makes you a better person.
- What can you take from it?
- Love is worthwhile even if not returned.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is love valuable only when it is returned?
Another view
Unreturned love can also cause significant pain.
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