Crushes as Misplaced Ambitions

Crushes often stem from personal dissatisfaction and unfulfilled dreams, leading individuals to project their unmet needs onto others. This creates an unfair burden on the person admired, as it associates their existence with solving one's internal struggles. People may mistakenly believe that finding the right partner will lead to happiness, but true fulfillment must come from within, independent of external relationships. Acknowledging that everyone has their own challenges highlights the importance of not using others as a means to address personal shortcomings or dissatisfaction.

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