On Valentine’s Day, we often hear “love” two ways:
one, the classic romance and sex wrapped in a red heart, and two, the altruistic kind that’s all about helping others.
Sure, the latter has its charm, but let’s be real—it’s a bit of a buzzkill on a day meant for hearts and flowers! Love isn’t just about being a saint; it’s about mutual attraction, pleasure, and delight too!
Scholars throw around terms like flourishing and wholeness to describe love, and guess what?
It can mean everything from heartfelt romance to lending a hand to someone in need.
Take a cue from nature: mother bears shower their cubs with love, bees work together like a well-oiled machine, and even dogs have best buds in horses!
Sure, nature has its claws, but that just shows love can thrive even in tough times.
So, this Valentine’s Day, go on and send those cards, flowers, and gifts!
Show off those heart signs and indulge in sweet moments with that special someone.
But keep in mind, love is about what’s healthy and positive for everyone involved—not just a self-serving joyride.
Let’s make love a force for good, no matter how bright or dim those flames may flicker!
This Valentine’s Day, I’m giving myself a big ol’ hug because someone I once adored made me feel like loving me was a real chore.
I deserve a tender, unhurried, stable, powerful & fulfilling love.
But guess what?
I’m unleashing my inner superhero to guide the way!
Not everyone gets a VIP pass to my heart; fixing broken things isn’t my gig—it’s their job!
I’m setting up solid, healthy boundaries without the guilt trip.
Trust?
Oh honey, that’s earned, not just handed out like lollies.
I’m grateful for who I am and the lessons that came with the ride.
Betrayal?
Just a chance to pick myself first!
I’m the captain of my ship, and others can join the cruise, but hey, don’t snooze at the wheel!
Repeat after me:
There’s a timeless piece of wisdom that goes, “Treat others as you wish to be treated,” also known as the Golden Rule.
If we all embraced this principle, imagine how peaceful, serene, and loving our world could be!
But let’s add some sparkle: it’s not just about kindness!
Imagine thinking of others like you want them to think of you, feeling for them like you want them to feel for you, and speaking to them like you want to be spoken to.
Here’s a thought bubble: If you sprinkle a little friendliness, respect, and love around like confetti, don’t you think those with a similar vibe will toss it back your way?
It’s a no-brainer! If everyone plays nice, life could be a whole lot more peaceful.
No one’s got time for animosity when you’re busy returning good vibes!
“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”
Seems simple, right?
Like, don’t punch someone in the face and expect them to return the favour!
But what about when boundaries get crossed or someone steps on your toes?
The easy route is to seek revenge or shrug it off—classic moves!
But if they genuinely think they’re in the right, nothing changes. It takes some legwork, but try stepping into their shoes and share some wisdom instead.
You might be surprised by the insights you gain!
“Speak to and of others how you would like to be spoken to.”
I’m not the chatty type with strangers; I’d rather eavesdrop on their thoughts! And I don’t want them to gossip about me, either. So let’s keep it real: if you can’t say something nice, zip it!
Share your own life stories, not the juicy drama of others.
“Feel about others how you would have them feel about you.”
We cling to negative feelings like they’re our favourite leather jacket, which makes it tough to trust and love.
So, let’s not do that, okay?
“Think of others the way you would like to be thought of.”
For all this to work, we need a mindset makeover! Focus on the good, not the bad. Ditch that superiority complex; it’s a happiness mirage. I struggled with this too—comparing myself to others never led to sunshine and rainbows. If you want to help someone less fortunate, do it from a place of love, not pity!
Change isn’t an overnight miracle; it’s a daily grind!
If you want to hang with good people, you gotta live by this mantra for your own happiness.
You can’t bank on others to mirror your morals. The only thing you can control?
Yep, it’s you! So, each day, polish up one virtue at a time, and watch as the goodness around you blossoms into a whole new realm of human connection!
I began dialling up that vibrant girl again—the one who loved living, the one who danced instead of walking.
The girl with sunflowers for eyes and a heart bursting with fireworks!
I cranked up the tunes, hoping to lure her back out.
I started hunting for those magical moments, creating a cosy space for her to shine again because I knew she was hiding in there.
She just needed a sprinkle of my kindness and a dash of effort to resurface and dazzle the world once more!
