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Love is often pushed as the end goal for everyone, but not because it makes us better. But because we want it to make us feel better.

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When working with true love, one cannot quit at the first sign of trouble. Real love does not work like that. 

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Love is thousands of tiny moments—exhausting, frustrating, wonderful, and inconsequential—that build a connection that’s beyond temporary.

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Love is unconditional. Love forgives. Love gives second chances. Love sees the best in you.

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You don’t fall in love.

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Real love is not about holding out for the perfect person or finding someone who meets all the criteria on your list. Real love is about finding an imperfect person and building a messy, beautiful love.

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I used to let the sadness rule me, ride the sensation of emptiness, invite self-doubt to keep me company; they kept me busy as I learned to pay attention to me.

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The love that you put out into the world will not last forever, ricocheting between atoms, shifting shape as needed. A thoughtless heart can stop your love cold.