Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2849: [Part 1] Should I Be Worried if He Hasn't Said "I Love You" by Melissa Josue of Melissa the Love Coach on Understanding Relationship Pace
Dec 28, 2025
In this insightful discussion, the importance of acknowledging emotional needs in relationships takes center stage. One topic explores the worry that arises when a partner hasn't expressed love after a long duration. It encourages self-reflection on what 'I love you' truly means to each individual. Listeners are urged to consider their needs and the implications of verbal affirmations on commitment. The conversation emphasizes getting clarity before diving deeper into romance, helping listeners navigate their relationships with intention.
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Clarify Your Need Before Committing
- Get clear about why hearing "I love you" matters to you before deepening commitment.
- Talk to him and seek clarity if that verbal confirmation is a requirement for you.
Emotional Investment Needs Reasonable Assurance
- Investing emotionally without clarity feels unsafe and can cause worry.
- You want reasonable assurance your emotional investment will be worthwhile before deepening ties.
Feelings Point To Unmet Needs
- Feeling an issue signals an unmet need or requirement in the relationship.
- Paying attention to those feelings enables more conscious decisions about the relationship.