"La persona que no decide amar para siempre encontrará muy difícil amar de verdad incluso por un solo día"

Loving someone isn't just about brief moments or fleeting feelings. It's about making a committed choice to stick with them through thick and thin. If you aren't ready to commit for the long haul, it's tough to truly love, even for a day. Love needs that sense of permanence to really flourish.

Imagine this: you're planting a tree. If you only plan to care for it for a day or two, it’ll probably wither. But if you decide you're in it for the long haul, watering it regularly and tending to its needs, the tree grows strong and tall. Love works the same way. If you're only in it temporarily, it’s hard to nurture it properly. But if you commit for the long term, love can grow and thrive.

This idea has roots in both history and personal experience. Think about the love stories from the past, like Romeo and Juliet, where the commitment was intense—even if it was tragically brief. Or consider enduring marriages that have lasted 50, 60 years. These aren’t just stories; they’re real-life examples of how a decision to love forever makes that love strong today.

Take my friend Sarah, for instance. When she got married, she and her husband promised to love each other forever. They’ve had their ups and downs—who doesn’t? But because they’re committed, they work through the tough times. Recently, Sarah’s husband lost his job. It was a stressful period, but Sarah didn’t even consider bailing. They supported each other, looked for solutions together, and eventually, he found an even better job. Their love for each other grew stronger because they’d made that long-term commitment.

So how do you apply this wisdom? Start by really thinking about what you want from your relationships. Are you in it just for the good times? Or are you willing to stick it out when things get rough? If you’re serious, make a conscious decision to love not just for today, but for all the tomorrows to come. It sounds a bit cheesy, but actually saying it out loud—to yourself or to the person you love—can make a big difference. It solidifies your commitment and gives you the strength to keep going when times are tough.

Picture this: you’ve got a friend who’s always hopping from one relationship to another. They get really into someone, but as soon as the honeymoon phase fades, so do they. They’re always looking for that next high, never finding lasting love. Now imagine you have another friend who’s been with their partner for years. They’ve faced some pretty big challenges together, but they’ve always come out stronger on the other side. The second friend decided to love forever, and because of that, they can truly love each and every day.

In short, love isn't just a feeling—it’s a decision and a commitment. To love truly and deeply, you need to decide that you’re in it for the long haul. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. The next time you’re thinking about your relationships, ask yourself: am I ready to love forever? If the answer is yes, then you're on the right track to experiencing love in its truest form.