2006-06-06 04:10:28 · 6 answers · asked by krystal P 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
No one puts it better than Ann Landers, on her famous column, Love versus Infatuation:
Infatuation is fleeting desire -- one set of glands calling to another. It is marked by a feeling of insecurity. You are excited and eager but not genuinely happy. There are nagging doubts, unanswered questions, little bits and pieces about the relationship that you would just as soon not examine too closely. It might spoil the dream.
Love is friendship that has caught fire. It takes root and grows, one day at a time. It is quiet understanding and mature acceptance of imperfection. It gives you strength and grows beyond you to bolster your beloved. You are warmed by his presence, even when he is away. Miles do not separate you. But near or far, you know he is yours and you can wait.
Infatuation says, "We must get married right away. I can't risk losing him." Love says, "Be patient. Don't panic. Plan your future with confidence."
Infatuation has an element of sexual excitement. Whenever you are together, you hope it will end in intimacy. Love is not based on sex. It is the maturation of friendship that makes sex so much sweeter. You must be friends before you can be lovers.
Infatuation lacks confidence. When he's away, you wonder if he's being unfaithful. Sometimes, you check.
Love means trust. You are calm, secure and unthreatened. He feels your trust and it makes him even more trustworthy. Infatuation might lead you to do things you will regret, but love never steers you in the wrong direction.
Love is elevating. It lifts you up. It makes you look up. It makes you better than you were before.
I hope this helps. Cheers, K
2006-06-06 04:16:40 · answer #1 · answered by Kate 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That's funny that you should ask this question. Check out my recently asked question....LOL. But basically you KNOW when you're in love when you can't live without that person.
2006-06-06 04:13:26 · answer #2 · answered by leecarh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't stop thinking about them, butterflies in yer tummy too! You want to spend all yer time with 'em!
2006-06-06 04:15:24 · answer #3 · answered by ebaybabe05 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u'll want the best and only the best for him.. and u'll hope that he'll be happy no matter where he is or who he's with ..
2006-06-06 04:16:59 · answer #4 · answered by su_quinn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's pretty simple, what they said.
2006-06-06 04:44:09 · answer #5 · answered by samantha wilson 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you want to kill the person.
2006-06-06 04:17:03 · answer #6 · answered by mex_mafias_best 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋