Love is an activity, not a passive affect; it is a "standing in,” not a "falling for.” In the most general way, the active character of love can be described by stating that love is primarily giving, not receiving. (Erich Fromm)

Love is an activity, not a passive affect; it is a "standing in,” not a "falling for.” In the most general way, the active character of love can be described by stating that love is primarily giving, not receiving.

Erich Fromm

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