Love is an emotion of strong affection and personal attachment. In philosophical context, love is a virtue representing all of human kindness, compassion, and affection. Love is central to many religions, as in the Christian phrase, “God is love” or Agape in the Canonical gospels. Love may also be described as actions towards others (or oneself) based on compassion. Or as actions towards others based on affection.
In English, the word love can refer to a variety of different feelings, states, and attitudes, ranging from generic pleasure (“I loved that meal”) to intense interpersonal attraction (“I love my partner”). “Love” can also refer specifically to the passionate desire and intimacy of romantic love, to the sexual love of eros (cf. Greek words for love), to the emotional closeness of familial love, or to the platonic love that defines friendship, to the profound oneness or devotion of religious love. This diversity of uses and meanings, combined with the complexity of the…
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The Importance Of Your Smile To Those You Love
Do you really love your children, spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend? Even though we don't get a paycheck for sharing kindness with those at home, the lasting rewards can be so much more valuable. Today, inspire love, peace & acceptance with those who matter most in your life at home...by sharing your smile.
When to Seek Professional Help
It's great to talk with friends or family, but the truth is, they are always going to be biased. They usually can't see things from a completely objective perspective because they have a personal relationship with you. Seeking help from a professional counselor or therapist (or clergy) can help to give you mental & emotional tools to deal with things in a way you haven't been able to before.
Season’s Greetings – Holiday Thoughts
It's almost Christmas and Hanukkah is underway. As the snow falls in Colorado, I'd like to share some warm holiday wishes & a few thoughts on the time of year.
Why I Wish You “Merry Christmas”
This time of year is special to billions or people around the world for various reasons. It's a time to forget segregation and denomination, expressing brotherhood with everyone. Though we may live under different roofs or decorate differently, we all came from the same place and now share the same planet as our home...So here's why I say "Merry Christmas"...
It’s The Little Things…
We make goals lists, have resolutions for a new year and ideas for big things we can do in our lives that will make all the difference. We can easily become consumed with the massive changes that would be so impressive or the big issues that seem to take most of our focus & daily energy. But it's the little things in life...
Loving from a Distance
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. Any time that you really love someone and can’t be with them, it’s hard. In order to make the best of this situation, there are some important things to keep in mind.
Rule Your Own Life
Some people will never make the choice to be accountable or responsible for their own actions & behavior or how they affect another person....
Thoughts on Love…
Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option. Love people who care for you rather than expecting love...