Okay, folks, let's talk love. Or rather, let's talk about *not* knowing love. Because, let's be honest, a lot of us are walking around thinking we get it. But do we, really?
I'm just going to come out and say it. You probably don't know what amor truly is. Don't get offended! Hear me out.
The Movie Myth
We've been fed a bunch of lies by Hollywood. You know the drill: grand gestures, dramatic declarations, and instant connection. It's all a beautiful, well-lit sham.
Real love isn't always fireworks and slow-motion running through airports. Sometimes, it's just deciding whose turn it is to do the dishes.
Maybe it's as simple as picking up their favorite snacks when you go to the grocery store. Those aren't scenes that make millions at the box office.
The Social Media Saga
Then there's social media. Oh, the highlight reel of "perfect" relationships. Couples gazing adoringly at each other, exotic vacations, and matching outfits.
But behind those filtered smiles and perfectly staged photos, is there actual love? Or just a desperate need for validation? It's hard to say, isn't it?
We only ever see what people *want* us to see. It's not the full story, not by a long shot.
The Fairytale Fallacy
Let's not forget the fairytales! Prince Charming, glass slippers, and happily ever after. Sounds dreamy, right?
But what happens after the credits roll? Do Cinderella and Prince Charming argue about the thermostat? Probably!
Real relationships take work. Hard work. There are no magic wands to fix everything.
What Love Really Is (Maybe)
So, if it's not grand gestures, social media perfection, or fairytale endings, what *is* love? That's the million-dollar question, isn't it?
Perhaps it's the quiet understanding. The comfortable silence. The unwavering support, even when you're being completely ridiculous.
It's accepting someone, flaws and all, and still thinking they're pretty great.
"Love is not about finding the right person, but about becoming the right person." - Someone wise, probably
Love isn't a destination; it's a journey. A messy, complicated, and often hilarious journey.
It's about growing together, learning from each other, and forgiving each other's imperfections. It’s also about being annoyed by them but staying anyway.
It's showing up, day after day, even when you don't feel like it. Especially when you don't feel like it.
My Unpopular Opinion
Maybe, just maybe, real love is less about *finding* it and more about *creating* it. Creating it with the right person, of course. But still, it needs creating. It's not just there.
It's not some mystical force that sweeps you off your feet. It's a conscious choice. A commitment to something bigger than yourself.
So, next time you think you know what love is, remember the movies, the social media posts, and the fairytales. Then, look a little deeper. You might be surprised at what you find... or don't find.
Because honestly, usted no sabe lo que es el amor. And maybe, that's okay.
The best part is that you're still figuring it out. Aren't we all?
