I couldn’t have said it better myself: 5 of my favorite love quotes
In sticking with this month’s theme of loving kindness, I thought I’d share some of my favorite quotes on the topic…covering everything from self-love to love of all humankind and everything in between.
I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.
“Self-care is never a selfish act—it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others.” ~Parker Palmer
“Love doesn’t make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” ~Franklin P. Jones
“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.” ~Amelia Earhart
“Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.” ~Harold S. Kushner
“Love is such a powerful force. It’s there for everyone to embrace-that kind of unconditional love for all of humankind. That is the kind of love that impels people to go into the community and try to change conditions for others, to take risks for what they believe in.” ~Coretta Scott King
And remember, if you’d like to join me in making Valentine’s Day a day of loving kindness, here’s the I plan.
Your turn
- Do you have a favorite quote (on any subject) you’d like to share with us?
- What will you do…or have you done…to care for yourself today?
- What else is on your mind? Anything at all; I just love to hear from you.
I like your love quotes, I’d say I love them but that’d be too heavy-handed.
My favorite quote is from Ram Dass and is the one I used today on my blog post: “We’re all just walking each other home.”
I took my multiple vitamin today which I often forget to do, but consider to be self-care when I do remember.
I do love that Dass quote, Ally. So much truth in such a short phrase. And, good for you on taking that vitamin. I feel the same way when I remember my Vitamin D!
I loved all of these quotes and I’m joining you in a day of loving kindness. 🩷🤍❤️
I’m glad you enjoyed the quotes, Cindy, and I hope you are doing well with your day of loving kindness. Happy Valentine’s Day, sister!
Thoughtful quotes thanks, Christie. I shared one this morning that suggested we have 24 hours in a day and surely we could devote one of those 24 hours to self love and self care. Have a lovely week. #wwwhimsy
I saw that quote, Sue, and really liked it. I agree 100 percent!
Hi Christie – I especially liked the last two quotes – love is definitely about who you are and what you’re prepared to share of yourself to others. We must have been on the same wavelength this week, I shared some quotes on Equanimity on the blog this week – and included my all time favourite quote from Albert Camus. Have a great and love-ly week x
That’s one of the lessons I’ve learned over the years, Leanne, to give without having the gift tied to a particular outcome or response. I’m headed over to see your quotes soon. It seems we are often on the same wavelength. I hope you have a lovely week as well.
They are beautiful quotes you have curated there Christie. Thank you so much for sharing the loving kindness of Valentine’s Day.
I cannot think of a specific quote but I do believe, from experience, that long and lasting relationships based on love need to also have a friendship that is unbreakable. I guess I’m speaking as a 53 years married woman and we have been each other’s best friends for life as well as being married and in love.
That was a bit of a story!
Denyse.
How wonderful to be married to your best friend, Denyse. I feel the same way about my husband. Wishing you lots of love today and always!
These are such meaningful quotes about love – thank you for sharing them Christie. I’m afraid I am without a current favourite to share with you, so I’ll share one of my coach’s favourites: Clothes aren’t going to change the world, the women who wear them will (attributed to Anne Klein).
I’ve had an interesting week or so, following a massive realisation on something which has negatively impacted me for a long time. I’ll probably blog about it in due course once I’ve found the right words. The realisation will certainly add to my ability to self-care more effectively.
I love that quote, Debs, and so true. I look forward to hearing more about your recent realization, when the time is right.
Hi Christie – what a beautiful bunch of quotes. I’m quite partial to a good quote. They can be so inspiring! I like many but this one came to mind “You were born to be real, not to be perfect”. I remind myself of that one often cos I can tend to be very hard on myself with high expectations. Thanks so much for linking up with #WWWhimsy – have a wonderful weekend ahead! xo
That’s a good one, Min. I think we can all use an occasional reminder to let perfection go and focus on what is. Thanks, as always, for hosting the #WWWhimsy, especially considering all you are going through right now. I hope you find some time to enjoy this weekend as well.
What a lovely selection Christie, thanks for the reminders! I do enjoy quotes and at then moment my go-to is Maya Angelou’s one about thriving in life not just surviving!
Yes, that’s a beautiful quote, Deb. Just in case someone hasn’t heard that one, here it is: “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” A great life mission for all of us!