Unconditional love from "summary" of On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
Unconditional love is a concept that seems to exist in the realm of myth, like a fable that we tell ourselves to make sense of the chaos of the world. It is a love that is supposed to be without boundaries, without conditions, without end. But what does it really mean to love unconditionally? In my experience, it is not about grand gestures or sweeping declarations. It is about the small, everyday moments that make up a life. Unconditional love is found in the way a mother looks at her child, with eyes that hold a universe of tenderness and care. It is in the touch of a lover's hand on your cheek, a gesture of reassurance and comfort. It is in the way a friend listens to your stories, even the ones that are messy and hard to hear. Unconditional love is not about perfection or flawlessness; it is about acceptance and forgiveness. It is about seeing someone for who they truly are, and loving them all the more for it. But unconditional love is not always easy. It requires patience and understanding, a willingness...
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