Love itself is a commitment, whether that be conditional or unconditional there is always some reason you stay. Even if it's something as questionable as staying for your own selfish benefit and what you can get from them, it still counts.
May 15, 2024
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i think of love as an ongoing earnest conversation. itβs about laying your cards on the table with full trust and trying to do and give your best. we say falling in love very colloquially but loving necessitates intentionality and relevant expression. to do that, you need to be ok with constantly re-examining the terrain of your relationships and willing to honestly communicate needs and wants. love requires a lot from you but itβs so incredibly worth it to watch the eyes of the person you love light up because you tried for them. applies to other forms of love not just romantic of course!
May 15, 2024
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speaking from my experience, you'll know it's real love when it inspires you to be a better person; when it supports individual growth; when it feels safe and secure; when it respects boundaries; when it chooses reality over fantasy; when it accepts imperfections; when it navigates through challenges with both compassion and reason; when it encourages honesty and authenticity; when it honors independence. rainer maria rilke puts it so beautifully, "love consists in this, that two solitudes protect and touch and greet each other."
if it does the opposite, that's not love, that's fear. i believe that love makes you see clearer and helps you make wiser decisions. i don't believe in "love makes people stupid" β no, fear does.
Apr 13, 2025
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love is as much an intentional and practical commitment to show up, serve, and be what your partner needs as much as it is a natural affinity for someone based on attraction and romance. both inform each other and suffer without the other and both parties give and receive each.
May 14, 2024
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Mar 5, 2025
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Making a cup of tea n forgetting about it
Accidentally adding too much salt
To food
Sauce on your hands
Cigarettes getting soaked
May 16, 2024
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Literally just rice n gravy like im so happy w that
May 15, 2024