Quote by Joss Whedon

When I say, I love you, it's not because I want you or because I can't have you. It has nothing to do with me. I love what you are, what you do, how you try. I've seen your kindness and your strength. I've seen the best and the worst of you. And I understand with perfect clarity exactly what you are. You're a hell of a woman.

When I say, I love you, it's not because I want you or becau

Summary

This quote emphasizes the selfless nature of love. The speaker declares that their love for someone is not driven by personal desires or a sense of unattainability. Instead, it is wholly centered on appreciating the other person for who they are and what they bring to the world. The speaker acknowledges having witnessed both the admirable and the flawed aspects of the person's character but remains unwavering in their understanding and admiration of this individual. The quote serves to highlight an authentic and profound connection based on genuine appreciation and understanding of the person's qualities.

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