“It is not suffering as such that makes someone appreciate love, it is only when suffering pierces our vanity—which happens when we do not blame someone else for our pain—that it awakens a deeper respect for love.”
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Conditions of Love: The Philosophy of Intimacy
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John Armstrong
John Armstrong, a British writer and philosopher born in 1966, is known for his works that span across philosophy, cultural commentary, and literary criticism. His writing is characterized by its profound insights and unique perspectives. more
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