Love, I find is like singing. Everybody can do enough to satisfy themselves, though it may not impress the neighbors as being very much.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love is a personal act like singing where self-expression matters more than external approval.
- In plain terms
- You can express love for yourself even if others do not notice.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on your own satisfaction in love rather than seeking validation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you measure your own satisfaction?
- Does others approval change your effort?
Another view
External feedback can still matter in relational contexts.
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