"Tu sais que c'est de l'amour quand tout ce que tu veux c'est que cette personne soit heureuse même si tu ne fais pas partie de son bonheur."

Love isn't just about being together all the time. It's about wanting the best for someone, even if it doesn't include you. That's the core of the quote. When you genuinely care for someone, their joy means more than your own presence in their life.

This idea isn't new—it’s something that’s been echoed throughout history. Take, for example, the story of Romeo and Juliet. Amidst all the drama and tragedy, there’s a moment when Romeo believes Juliet to be dead. Despite the overwhelming grief, his love for her drives him to the point of making the ultimate sacrifice, thinking it would somehow preserve her peace. This may be an extreme example, but it underscores that real love looks beyond personal gain and comfort.

Let's bring it closer to home. Imagine a friend who’s in a relationship that’s just not working out. You can see they’d be happier without you, despite the bond you share. It’s a gut-wrenching realization. But if you let them go for their own good, that’s true love in action. Take Sarah and Mike, for instance. They were college sweethearts, inseparable for five years. But as they started their careers, Sarah felt drawn to opportunities abroad. Mike, on the other hand, found his calling close to home. They both realized that for Sarah to be happy, she needed to follow her dreams, even if it meant breaking up.

Sarah’s decision to move abroad wasn’t easy. Mike's choice to let her go was a true testament to his love. It hurt them both, but it was the right decision. Sarah thrived in her new environment. They stayed friends, and years later, Sarah told Mike how grateful she was for his selflessness.

How do we apply this wisdom in our own lives? Start by thinking about the people you love. Are you holding them back in any way, even unintentionally? Sometimes, it's not as dramatic as ending a relationship. Maybe it’s supporting a partner in a career change, even if it means less time together. Or encouraging a friend to take a job in another city because it’s the best thing for them. It’s about putting their happiness first, even when it’s tough for you.

Imagine you’ve been working with your best friend for years. You’re a team. But then, they get an offer to work their dream job in another state. They’re torn because they don’t want to leave you behind. Loving them might mean encouraging them to go, even if it leaves you without your right-hand person.

Ultimately, this quote reminds us that love isn’t about possession. It’s about freedom and selflessness. It’s about seeing beyond our own needs and desires to the true essence of what’s best for the other person. That’s the kind of love that lasts, even if it transforms into a different kind of relationship. So next time you find yourself in a situation where you have to choose between your own happiness and theirs, think about what real love would do. Sometimes, the hardest decisions are the ones that show the depth of our love the most.