Spectra · 26-30, F
Might be an unpopular opinion but I think love isn't something you're after or actively trying to look for. Or at least it shouldn't be. I think ppl take love or "the idea of love" and put it on this pedestal. Put so much pressure on it. Some ppl do it without even asking why it means so much to them personally. But the truth is it's too much pressure to put on ourselves (and others)because we're all only human. I don't even think when we use that word, we all mean the same thing. I mean love is a very subjective word that can't be put into a tiny box and used universally. And it shouldn't be. People try to do that and I think that's why they fail or end up feeling like they aren't capable of finding this real love everyone seems to speak of. We do this with a lot of things in life.. we use words like love, happiness, peace, success. All these words that sound cool in awesome idealistically. But in the pursuit of all it sometimes we just end up miserable. Because as cool as all of it sounds, by thinking that way all you do is wrap yourself in chains. You bind and limit yourself to these ideas that are almost impossible to truly live up to. That's why it's so important to have your own identity. Live your own life, and define your own values. Maybe you're not capable of society's definition of love. But you can be capable of your own version of love. That's the one that matters more. And the ones who truly love you will stick around.

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@Spectra wow. This is actially a grrat point. You've given me quite a bit to think about it.
saintsong · 41-45, F
Don't worry you're not selfish, it's okay to want to love and be loved in turn it's how we are wired! Don't beat yourself up. Love them when they're with you, and treasure them when they're gone, until you love another! Know the difference between the different types of love. Copied and pasted...Four unique forms of love are found in Scripture. They are communicated through four Greek words (Eros, Storge, Philia, and Agape) and are characterized by romantic love, family love, brotherly love, and God's divine love

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@saintsong thanks for this clarity.
RedGrizzly · 26-30, F
Then you gotta take some time away from focusing on relationships and ask, "What do you really want out of life." I've been there man.
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RedGrizzly · 26-30, F
Fyi, because you're in this still period and changing course for your life doesn't mean you're not capable of love or to receive love. Just means relationships aren't a huge priority right now.
Now, I really can only speak for myself but I'm just sharing what I've learned because I see myself in you going through something quite similar to what I'm facing.
Now, I really can only speak for myself but I'm just sharing what I've learned because I see myself in you going through something quite similar to what I'm facing.

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@RedGrizzly what did you end up finding made you happy?
RedGrizzly · 26-30, F
@SW-User without telling you my life story. Lol I ended up finding I wasn't cut out for the "let's settle down in a big house you can't afford from your boring 9-5 job and raise a family" let alone expending my energy to convince someone to like me for intimacy and maintaining a relationship. Sure, loneliness is a struggle but anything other than that it's all consuming of my time and effort when what I really value above all else is *freedom*. Freedom to explore places, to gain new experiences, and living a peaceful life either on the road or someplace in a big ol' plot of land...now those sound like long term goals, they are, but I'm happier because I'm remaining true to myself and taking steps to reaching the lifestyle I am wanting.
SnailTeeth · 36-40, M
Love isn't about being happy, it's about finding joy in the happiness of others, and finding patient accepting compassion in their suffering. Happiness is simply the spirit triumphing against the odds where suffering is a choice. If you choose to suffer constantly, then it simply becomes the norm.
NewBeginnings7790 · 41-45, F
Maybe you’re not giving yourself enough credit

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@NewBeginnings7790 i cant bring myself to ask for that.
NewBeginnings7790 · 41-45, F
@SW-User what about allowing yourself to be vulnerable with an outsider someone who you don’t feel the need to keep up the facade with??

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@NewBeginnings7790 this is a good option.
Muthafukajones · 46-50, M
I’ve questioned the meaning of real love for a long time. I’m not certain I’m capable of it. I think of the pure deep and unconditional love between mother and child and I can’t imagine feeling that way about a woman. I’ve said I love you and it’s ended many times. I don’t know if I’ll ever find it.
MellyMel22 · F
It sounds like maybe you’re just a bit lost and confused. If you can, maybe take some time to yourself to think about things more clearly.

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@MellyMel22 thanks. I'll be ok. I may just post about it for the rest of my life on SW 🤣
MellyMel22 · F
@SW-User Whatever works for you! 🤣
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Start with a pot plant.
If you can keep it healthy and thriving, you're on your way towards learning about real love.
If you can keep it healthy and thriving, you're on your way towards learning about real love.
Queendragonfly · 31-35, F
Maybe you are taking them for granted
Queendragonfly · 31-35, F
@SW-User Maybe you need to miss them a bit. Get in on a hotel a few nights you alone

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@Queendragonfly no its not what you think. I just dont think im capable of it.
Queendragonfly · 31-35, F
@SW-User Hmm ok
ArtieKat · M
I don't understand this sentence, I'm afraid
I want you because its what i want type selfish.
OliRos · 22-25, F
Yeah, you're selfish. Probably borderline narcissist.

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@OliRos hah. I hold myself to extremely high standards. Getting a pat on the head wont keep me from beating myself up.
OliRos · 22-25, F
@SW-User Welcome to the club!

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Are you a sociopath

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@SW-User no lol