This weekend at the discovery camp i served at, i learned the true meaning of love.
A couple of things that stuck to me were:
Love is NOT: Exclusive
-You shouldn't have to hide it or else it really isn't considered love. Eg. from parents, friends,or family. "
-Every one should be involved" Eg. don't ditch your friends for your significant other then come back when it's over..they should still be a part of your lives even when you are together.
Love is NOT : a Feeling or Emotion
-"i feel like im falling in love." Love is much more than the butterflies we get when we see that special someone. Love is much more than a feeling or emotion.
the word "love" should not be tossed around..love is too beautiful to lose its value by being thrown around and compared to every relationship. Use words like "like" or "attracted to" until you are sure of that love.
True love waits
- If you are too impatient or cannot wait for that person respecting their feelings as well..then how can you love them? Love is patient
-Love takes time. Respect it.
Love is a beautiful thing... don't make it ugly
Engaging in sexual activity alters the life giving power that loves has. Respecting love is knowing when he right time is. Keep love a beautiful thing, not just based on romance.
Love is accepting that person for everything; especially the things that you don't find attractive about them. It's about embracing the moments you have together. Being completely honest with the other person. They should be more than your boyfriend/girlfriend but your BEST friend.
Love is not perfect.
However, true love never fails.
Tc&Gb
-Mik