Quote by Thich Nhat Hanh

We really have to understand the person we want to love. If our love is only a will to possess, it is not love. If we only think of ourselves, if we know only our own needs and ignore the needs of the other person, we cannot love.

We really have to understand the person we want to love. If

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of understanding the person we want to love. It suggests that love is not solely driven by a desire to possess someone but rather entails truly comprehending their thoughts, feelings, and needs. True love involves placing importance on the well-being of both individuals involved, rather than solely focusing on one's own desires. This quote highlights the idea that love requires empathy, selflessness, and a genuine understanding of the other person.

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Love

By Thich Nhat Hanh

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