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Book Review: All About Love (Part 1)

Let me just preface this by saying I’m only halfway through the book! With that being said…

I’m only halfway through this book and my heart & mind have been hit I don’t know how many times. The one thing I always think about is how, as bell hooks said, I’ve never seen an ACTUAL definition of love. I’ve only seen descriptions of it along with what man (people) perceive it to be/what they’ve experienced it to be like. No one has actually said WHAT love is and her definition of it is etched in my heart and soul. Not only because of its accuracy but because that’s also how I’ve believed it to be. So it’s nice to know that there was another person on this earth to see it through similar lenses.

Discussing our introduction to love as children and how the interactions in love shaped us was amazing. Her view on disciplining children in love? Chef’s kiss x3.

So far, I love this book. I’ve highlighted, underlined, and bracketed so much.

#bookwormsoflemon8 #currentlyreading #bellhooks #booksoflemon8

2024/1/10 Edited to

In 'All About Love', bell hooks challenges readers to rethink love beyond common definitions and misunderstandings. The book delves into various themes such as the absence of a true definition of love, emphasizing experiences that shape our understanding from childhood. hooks advocates for love rooted in compassion and discipline, urging readers to reflect on their relationships and upbringing. Many find her insights relatable and transformative as they navigate their own experiences of love and connection. It’s essential reading for anyone looking to understand the complexities of love, the role it plays in emotional development, and its implications for personal relationships. The discussions on love are not only theoretical but grounded in real-life applications, promoting healing and awareness. With highlights that resonate with personal experiences, readers are encouraged to reflect on what love means to them and how it shapes their lives. This book serves as a vital resource in the pursuit of understanding love in its purest form.

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Great read

Okay I need this book now thanks for the review tip

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