Quote by Katharine Hepburn

Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get - only with what you are expecting to give - which is everything.

Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get -

Summary

This quote expresses the true essence of love, highlighting that it is not about selfish desires or expectations of receiving something in return. Instead, it emphasizes that love is rooted in selflessness and giving one's all. Love requires us to invest and devote ourselves wholeheartedly to the happiness and well-being of others, without any ulterior motives. Love, at its core, is unconditional and knows no bounds, urging us to embrace generosity and compassion in our relationships and connections with others.

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By Katharine Hepburn

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