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LONGING

FOR LOVE

By Adaora PreciousPublished 11 months ago β€’ 3 min read
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LONGING
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Longing for love is a universal human experience, a yearning that transcends time, culture, and geography. It is a longing that can be both uplifting and painful, a source of joy and sorrow, hope and despair. Whether we are young or old, rich or poor, famous or unknown, we all share this common desire to find someone who will love us unconditionally and make us feel complete.

The feeling of longing for love can be overwhelming, especially when we are surrounded by happy couples who seem to have found the love that we are seeking. We may feel envious of their happiness, wondering why we can't find someone to love us in the same way. We may even begin to question our self worth, wondering if there is something wrong with us that is keeping us from finding love.self

However, it is important to remember that everyone has their own journey when it comes to finding love. Some people find love early in life, while others may have to wait years before they find their soulmate. Some may have to go through heartbreak and disappointment before they find the right person, while others may find love without much effort at all. There is no right or wrong way to find love, and it is important to be patient and trust that the right person will come along when the time is right.

Longing for love can also be a source of inspiration and motivation. It can push us to become better versions of ourselves, to work on our flaws and weaknesses, and to strive towards our goals and dreams. It can give us a reason to wake up in the morning, to face the challenges of each day with optimism and hope. Longing for love can also help us appreciate the little things in life, like the beauty of a sunset or the warmth of a cup of tea, and to find joy in the simple pleasures of life.

At the same time, longing for love can also be a source of pain and sadness. We may feel lonely and isolated, as if we are the only ones in the world who are not in a relationship. We may feel like we are missing out on something important, that our lives are incomplete without someone to share them with. We may even begin to doubt ourselves, wondering if we are capable of finding love or if we are destined to be alone forever.

In order to overcome the pain and sadness of longing for love, it is important to focus on self-love and self-care. We must learn to love ourselves first before we can expect someone else to love us. This means taking care of our physical, emotional, and mental well-being, and treating ourselves with kindness and compassion. We must also learn to be patient and trust that the right person will come along when the time is right.

It is also important to remember that love comes in many forms, not just romantic love. We can find love in the relationships we have with friends and family, in the work we do, in the hobbies we enjoy, and in the simple pleasures of life. By focusing on the love that is already present in our lives, we can cultivate a sense of gratitude and contentment, and reduce the pain and sadness of longing for romantic love.

In conclusion, longing for love is a natural human desire that we all experience at some point in our lives. It can be both uplifting and painful, a source of joy and sorrow. However, by focusing on self-love and self-care, and by cultivating a sense of gratitude and content

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