Elizabeth GilbertInfatuation is not quite the same thing as love it's more like love's shady second cousin who's always borrowing money and can't hold down a job.
About This Quote
The word “infatuation” is usually used to describe a brief thing that feels good but doesn’t last. It’s a passing emotion, so it can be confusing when you hear about people being in love for years at a time. It sounds like something that happens to other people, not you. But being in love is different.
Being in love with someone is a long-term commitment just like a marriage or a serious relationship. It's the kind of committed relationship that lasts for a lifetime. You've also heard the word “love” used to describe feelings of attraction and affection.
But to really know what love is, you have to look at the whole story from start to finish. Love takes time to develop and grow, and you can’t get there unless you take the whole journey together. In this quote, the author talks about how love is more than just sex and romance, it's a commitment that takes time to establish and build upon.
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