Quote by Simone Elkeles

Love isn't about honesty. It's about protecting the people you love from things that will hurt them.

Love isn't about honesty. It's about protecting the people y

Summary

This quote suggests that love goes beyond honesty and involves safeguarding loved ones from potential harm. It implies that in certain situations, it may be necessary to withhold the truth or hide certain facts to shield loved ones from pain or distress. Love, according to this perspective, prioritizes the emotional well-being of the people we care about over complete openness and transparency.

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By Simone Elkeles

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