loving imperfection
Acceptance of human flaws. You’re flawed. Like, really flawed. And so is your current or future life-partner. Being flawed is part of the definition of being a human. And one of the worst fates would be to spend most of your life being criticized for your flaws and reprimanded for continuing to have them. This isn’t to say people shouldn’t work on ... See more
waitbutwhy.com • How to Pick Your Life Partner - Part 2
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In love, rather than being heralded as perfect, it is a great deal more reassuring, and therefore romantic, to be recognised as deeply flawed – but on that basis, deserving of boundless tenderness and patience.
The School of Life • The School of Life: Quotes to Live By: A collection to revive and inspire
You can say, “I want someone who will accept me just as I am,” but in your heart of hearts you know that you are not perfect, that there are plenty of things about you that need to be changed, and that anyone who gets to know you up close and personal will want to change them. And you also know that the other person will have needs, deep needs, and
... See moreTimothy Keller • The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
That’s the irony of perfection: the walls that prevent your vulnerability from being seen also keep you from being known.
Kendra Adachi • The Lazy Genius Way
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Perfectly Imperfect | Substack
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Love is a verb.