Psychological Criticism of the Element of Love in the Novel "A Quiet Lover" by Nader Ebrahimi with Emphasis on Carl Rogers' Theory of the Fully Functioning Person

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1 PHD Graduated of Persian Language and Literature, Faculty of Literature and Humanities, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran.

2 Professor of Persian language and literature. Faculty of Literature and Humanities, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran.

10.22111/jllr.2025.50848.3304

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Carl Rogers, a humanistic psychologist, proposed five key components in his theory to define the concept of the fully functioning person, emphasizing individuals’ experiential fields. This study, employing Rogers’ framework, critically analyzes Nader Ebrahimi’s novel *A Quiet Love* through a descriptive-analytical approach, addressing the question: How does love in *A Quiet Love* correspond with Rogers’ concept of the fully functioning person? The findings indicate that openness to experience plays a crucial role in maintaining the freshness of love in the novel. Love is inherently tied to the organismic nature of individuals, reflecting innate human emotions. The novel highlights a strong inclination toward freedom, particularly in the beloved’s actions, emphasizing that love must unfold within a framework of respect for individual differences. The romantic perspective on life’s simple and ordinary moments, in line with Rogers’ model, signifies a life-affirming approach to love within the narrative of the Iranian couple. Furthermore, creativity, regarded as the most mature behavioral characteristic in the fully functioning person, manifests in various ways in their romantic relationship. Ultimately, love in *A Quiet Love* exhibits a meaningful connection with humanistic thought,

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Available Online from 15 April 2025

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