Quote by Orson Scott Card

Life is full of grief, to exactly the degree we allow ourselves to love other people.

Life is full of grief, to exactly the degree we allow oursel

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This quote suggests that experiencing grief is an inevitable part of life, and its intensity is directly related to our capacity to love others. The more we open ourselves up to love and form deep connections with people, the more vulnerable we become to the pain and sadness associated with their loss. It emphasizes that grief is not something to be feared or avoided but rather the consequence of opening our hearts and investing in meaningful relationships.

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