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Whether we love, or close our hearts to love, is a mental choice we make, every moment of every day.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love is a conscious decision we make daily, regardless of our circumstances.
This quote by Marianne Williamson emphasizes that loving or shutting ourselves off from love is a choice we actively make throughout our lives. It suggests that love is not merely a passive emotion but a continual, conscious decision that influences our daily experiences and relationships.
Themes
LoveChoiceEmotionRelationshipsMindset
In practice
Example use cases
In a relationship workshop, discussing how choices affect love can inspire participants.
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