True love is love that lasts. Indentifying it isn't always easy. Often people confuse it with infatuation. How can you tell whether the kind of love you're feeling is the lasting kind? Although there are no guarantees, you can learn to recognize the components of lasting love?
Real love is more than just an emotion. It is a relationship that puts feelings into action. It means caring about another person so much that his or her health, happiness, and well-being are as important to you as your own, sometimes even more important. Real ove also means:
- Give and take
Sharing
Understanding
Strong affection
Deep devotion
Togetherness
Respect
Like
Trust
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