Being in love and loving someone are two different things. Most of us think they are in love only to realize they are in a one-sided relationship. Before you let him or her get into your head, these are differences between loving someone and being in love, as noted by powerofpositivity.com.
1. Loving someone is a personal choice
Is there someone you have kept a promise to continue loving even after he or she wronged you? Well, loving someone is considered a choice. You can decide to love someone because of anything. When you fall in love you do not get a choice. It is an involuntary thing.
2. Being in love happens gradually
Being in love is something that does not happen on the first day. It takes time. One has to know the person and his or her deeds before he or she starting developing strong feelings towards them. Loving someone can happen on the first day you meet him or her.
3. When in love you put your partner first
When you love someone you will wish that they succeed in their deeds. You can do this by praying for their success. When you are in love you will work hard to ensure that the people you care about achieve their dreams. When you love someone, you become less egocentric.
4. Being in love is a feeling that lasts for eternity
Unlike falling in love, which can be driven by infatuation, being in love is something that will last forever. For instance, it is normal to forget the people we fell in love with once we walk away from them. There is a very thin line between falling in love and loving someone since both do not last.
5. Being in love means you are ready to let him or her find happiness elsewhere
Being in love means you are selfless. All you want is seeing someone happy. Loving someone makes you want that person to be with you. Being in love also means you know when the time comes to let the person go.