Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

We are nearer loving those who hate us than those who love us more than we wish.


We are nearer loving those who hate us than those who love u

Summary

This quote suggests that it is often easier for us to feel affection or empathy towards those who harbor feelings of hatred towards us, rather than those who express an overwhelming love or affection towards us that exceeds our own desires. It implies that the intensity of someone's love can feel overwhelming or potentially suffocating, while hatred may be more understandable and manageable for us to navigate emotionally.

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By Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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