Quote by Maya Angelou

Love costs all we are and will ever be. Yet it is only love which sets us free. A Brave and Startling Truth.

Love costs all we are and will ever be. Yet it is only love

Summary

This quote captures the paradoxical nature of love. It suggests that love requires us to give our all, fully investing ourselves in relationships and experiences. It demands that we let go of our fears, ego, and insecurities. Despite the sacrifices, the quote also points out that love is the one force that liberates us, granting us the freedom to express ourselves and connect authentically. It implies that love's transformative power transcends constraints, opening our hearts to immense possibilities and genuine liberation.

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Truth Love

By Maya Angelou

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