True love should meet these 40 requirements

Love is one of the great things in life, something worth living for.

And although both psychologists, sociologists and doctors have tried to understand human behavior regarding this phenomenon, we all know how good it feels and how true love can change our lives completely. No one will hesitate to say that it is one of the most extraordinary sensations that we can enjoy.

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What does science say about love?

And of course, since love is capable of making us cross the ocean in search of the person we love, the Researchers have tried to provide scientific knowledge in this regard, aware of the great interest that this thematic awake.

Surely you wonder, What have they concluded in their studies? In short, science has found results as curious as these:

• Love is like a drug
• The Christmas season produces many divorces
• The little details are the most important
• Love movies are a good therapeutic strategy
• Social media is the most common cause of divorce
• Distance is not an obstacle in love
• Couple arguments are fattening

You can learn more about these studies in our article: "Love and infatuation: 7 surprising investigations"

Difference between love and infatuation

Although falling in love and love seem synonymous, the reality is that they are different things. Love, in this case romantic love, is something more lasting than falling in love, which is usually the beginning of romantic love. Falling in love is a series of chemical reactions that occur in the brain, it is what makes you feel high and makes you feel like a monkey for someone when you are not with that person.

The infatuation usually lasts about two years, which is when the brain returns to normal. Infatuation is often irrational and can give way to mature love.

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Mature love: rational love

For relationships to last, the intense feeling of love is not enough. There must be a series of characteristics that allow the relationship to continue. Respect, communication and even learning from the past will make a relationship successful or not. Therefore, for love to succeed, you also have to learn to make the relationship work. This is what is known as mature love.

• You can delve into the subject of mature love in the following post: "Mature love: why is the second love better than the first?"

Characteristics of true love

But what characteristics does true love present? What are the requirements for lasting love? Below you can find a list of 40 singularities of genuine love:

1. It is an unconditional love and, therefore, it is based on the acceptance of the other person, both in her past and in the present.
2. It is mutual because it requires that both members of the couple feel the same way.
3. It is generous. The person cares about giving and gives his whole heart away.
4. It is healthy, that is, it is not an asymmetric or dependent love. Each person has their own autonomy from it.
5. It does not make you suffer, that is, it is not a toxic love and it does not hurt. You feel lucky.
6. It lasts forever. It can go through bad times, but because of its intensity it lasts forever.
7. He is respectful and the two people who love each other treat each other tolerantly and attentively.
8. It provokes a deep emotional connection that is what keeps the relationship alive despite the bad times that can occur.
9. He is brave and doubts are overcome with courage. The first thing is the other person.
10. It is intense. The feeling is not only deep, but its intensity provokes emotions of great magnitude.
11. He builds over time. True love is gaining ground over the years.
12. He feeds on compassion and is therefore tender and altruistic.
13. It encourages negotiation and dialogue, because each member of the couple does their part to understand the needs of the other person.
14. We are ourselves and that is one of the keys. When one loves himself, then he can love others.
15. That person makes you laugh and makes you feel good.
16. It is free and without ties. Nobody imposes.
17. It allows communication and the two people do their part to understand each other.
18. She knows how to listen to what the other needs and what they both need.
19. The two people complement and support each other.
20. It is non-judgmental and realistic.
21. It is romantic and keeps the flame alive in time. You do your part to make it happen.
22. It is detailed and makes the members of the couple show their love.
23. It is passionate and they maintain intimate contact.
24. It is not finding oneself in the other person nor is it dependent.
25. First you have to love yourself in order to love others.
26. It is natural and things happen without forcing them.
27. To give it you have to receive it. It is a love that gives.
28. It is a friendship with erotic moments. The two members are great friends and share great moments.
29. It is commitment, sincerity and honesty.
30. It has no limits, because true love can do anything.
31. Distance does not matter. The people who want to meet.
32. They have shared goals and the two members are on the same path.
33. Overcome any ups and downs that may arise and there are no strings attached.
34. There are no victims, because the members have enough trust and respect.
35. You have to live it and not let time pass.
36. It takes away your sleep when you are not with the person you love.
37. He loves you as you are and not as he would like you to be.
38. Forgive quickly no matter how big the mistake was.
39. He is your best support and is the person who is by your side through good times and bad.
40. You have to work it. It doesn't happen overnight.