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What Is Love?

As we get older it’s important to ask ourselves the question “What Is Love?”

One of the satisfying things about reaching midlife is understanding some of life's deepest questions like "What is love?" Is it the feeling you get when you're head over heels for someone? Can you create love, or choose who you love? Here's what I think.

When People Ask "What Is Love?"

People generally wonder about the question, "What is love?" when they are unsure about how they feel. Or, when they aren't sure if someone loves them. When you have to define your emotion down to the nitty gritty, chances are it isn't as genuine as when you just feel it and go with it.

Love can be different for the various people you meet and relationships you have, but usually you know someone loves you because they tell you or show it. There is love that you have for your children, for friends, and even in some cases, your coworkers. In nearly every case, it can be defined by a combination of positive feelings and actions, that include:

Respect for you

Appreciation of you

Treating you well