Quote by Alain de Botton

The thing is that love gives us a ringside seat on somebody else's flaws, so of course you're gonna spot some things that kinda need to be mentioned. But often the romantic view is to say, 'If you loved me, you wouldn't criticise me.' Actually, true love is often about trying to teach someone how to be the best version of themselves.


The thing is that love gives us a ringside seat on somebody

Summary

This quote emphasizes that love allows us to see the imperfections in others, leading us to feel compelled to address them. It challenges the notion that love should be devoid of criticism and highlights that true love involves teaching someone to grow and become the best version of themselves. It suggests that rather than avoiding criticism, love should encompass and encourage personal development.

By Alain de Botton
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