How do you know when you love someone?
You’re supposed to hear music and “see the light.”
But the truth is, falling in love isn’t always dramatic like that.
Here are a few science-backed ways to know you love someone:
You feel no pain.
You’ve probably heard stories of mothers who instantaneously gain incredible strength to save their children from impending danger.
It turns out there’s science behind the connection between being in love and feeling no pain.
Of course, this doesn’t mean love is a cure-all for any ailment.
You want to try new things.
And it’s even better if your partner is also stepping out of their comfort zone for you.
You want them to be happy.
Compassion plays an important role in healthy love.
As with most relationships, you should always want what’s best for the other person.
After all, how can you expect them to contribute to your happiness if they’re not happy themselves?
You just can’t look away.
Just double-check you know thedifference between love and lust, which might also present itself through preoccupation with looks.
You feel the urge to utter three little words.
You still think about your ex (stay with us here…).
It’s not uncommon to think about past relationships and lovers.
It could mean just the opposite.
It’s important to keep tabs on this, though.
Falling in love versus being in love.
Just remember,falling in lovefeels different frombeingin love.
“Some days are cloudy, some are stormy, some are gray, and sometimes the sun shines.
Relationships are seasonal and cyclical.”
FAQ:
What does being in love feel like?
You feel a deep sense of care for them and feel committed to their well-being and the relationship.
Am I in love, or am I just infatuated?
It can be hard to tell the difference betweeninfatuation and love.
True love often has a more grounded, secure quality to it.
