Perks of Being a Wallflower

One of the very good works of fiction, Perks of Being a Wallflower considers the journey into adulthood and love. Quote from the wonderful book: “We accept the love we think we deserve.” Words I have carried with me for nearly two years, ever since I read them. What does the line even mean? I think I know what it means, both in theory and in practice. But I wondered how other people would interpret it. Allow me to quote an analysis of this powerful line, and the writer does a much better job than I can possibly do: 

“Anyone with a high esteem, self confidence and love for oneself wouldn’t tolerate someone to ..as phoebe says..draw in from the pool of our inner power. People with a low self esteem think no one cares about them, when in reality they just cant accept the love of those who really do because it feels undeserved and surreal.” 

And that’s all for now.