I hated this love that I had for my family–love that demanded my time and energy, that sought to control my life down to every thought and action. I now realize that it was not love but an unhealthy attachment, born out of a need for security and a sense of duty. Indu Muralidharan
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The concept of love is sometimes misunderstood. Love is not simply a feeling, it's a commitment. It's the desire to make the loved one happy, safe and satisfied. But love doesn't mean that you let your family or friends walk all over you, or that you are willing to compromise your own happiness. That kind of love is sometimes called "taking care" of someone, but it's really not love at all.

Source: The Reengineers

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