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Love is not an emotion (though it kicks up a lot of emotions); it is a motivational state — a desire to be close to and serve another.
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Love is a motivational state not an emotion love is a desire to serve another
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Claim Maker
David Brooks
Context Type
Opinion Column
Context Details
{
    "date": "2025-08-28",
    "author": "David Brooks",
    "source": "The New York Times"
}
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9fc8a871-585f-445d-a990-9772f627b0f9
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Created
September 2, 2025 at 7:34 PM (6 days ago)
Last Updated
September 2, 2025 at 7:34 PM (6 days ago)

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https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/opinion/true-love-society-culture-care.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20250829&instance_id=161501&nl=the-morning&regi_id=122976029&segment_id=204866&user_id=b25c5730c89e0c73f75709d8f1254337

David Brooks argues modern love is self-centered, prioritizing personal well-being over selfless giving. He contrasts this with historical views emphasizing self-sacrifice and service to others.

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