Jillian on Love
Lust, Love, and Limerence: Why You Can't Stop Obsessing About Them
Jul 1, 2024
Delving into limerence and its impact on relationships, busting myths and explaining why it happens. Examining romanticism in media, challenging 'The One' myth, understanding limerence, and exploring self-awareness in relationships. Distinguishing between infatuation, love, and lasting commitments.
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- Limerence can lead to idealization and unrealistic expectations in relationships.
- Distinguishing between being desired and being valued is crucial to overcoming limerence.
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Understanding Limerence in Relationships
Limerence, described as an intoxicating infatuation with another person synonymous with the beginnings of falling in love, is often stigmatized despite being a normal experience. Rooted in feelings, limerence can lead individuals to idealize their crush, putting them on a pedestal and clouding their judgment. This psychological state, fueled by romanticism in societal norms, can lead to unrealistic expectations and obsessions, often seeing the other person as perfect despite potential incompatibilities.
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