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If you care about somebody, you should want them to be happy. Even if you wind up being left out
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"If you care about somebody, you should want them to be happy. Even if you wind up being left out"

- Stephen Chbosky

About this Quote

This quote by Stephen Chbosky speaks to the significance of selflessness in relationships. It recommends that when we appreciate somebody, we need to prioritize their joy over our own. Even if that suggests that we might be neglected or not included in particular activities, we need to still want to put their needs initially. This quote motivates us to be generous and understanding in our relationships, and to be happy to make sacrifices for the people we appreciate. It also reminds us that real love is not selfish, and that we should be willing to put the requirements of our enjoyed ones before our own. Ultimately, this quote motivates us to be kind and caring in our relationships, and to always make every effort to make our liked ones happy.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Stephen Chbosky somewhere between January 24, 1970 and today. He was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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