You don't love someone because they're perfect, you love them in spite of the fact that they're not.
Jodi PicoultRead
Just to be in love seemed the most blissful luxury I had ever known. The thought came to me that perhaps it is the loving that counts, not the being loved in return -- that perhaps true loving can never know anything but happiness. For a moment I felt that I had discovered a great truth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The essence of love lies in giving and loving, rather than simply seeking to be loved in return.
This quote reflects the idea that true love is found in the act of loving itself, rather than in the desire for reciprocation. It suggests that the joy and bliss derived from loving someone can lead to a profound sense of happiness, emphasizing that selfless love is its own reward and can unveil deeper truths about human emotions.
Themes
LoveHappinessSelflessnessJoyRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding speech to emphasize the joy of loving and giving in relationships.
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