Quote by John Green

I came to the conclusion a while ago that there is nothing romantic or supernatural about loving someone: Love is the privilege of being responsible for another. It was, for a time, what kept me going: Each morning, for a little while, I got to feel the weight of the yoke on my back as I pulled the ancient cart of my species.


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Summary

This quote suggests that the true essence of love is not found in grand gestures or mystical notions, but rather in the act of taking on responsibility for another person. The speaker acknowledges that they once found meaning and motivation in the obligation and burden of caring for someone, comparing it to the laborious task of pulling a cart. By emphasizing the significance of being accountable for another's well-being, the quote highlights the understated and powerful nature of love's genuine expression.

By John Green
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