In Norse mythology, the concept of ”love hurts” is embodied by the goddess Freya, who represents love and longing, often suffering through the absence of her husband and shedding tears of gold. This inherent pain is underscored by the mythological union of Njord and Skade, whose name translates directly to ”hurt” or ”damage,” symbolizing the inseparable connection between love and suffering.

Freya and Skadi