10 Secrets of Love

The Power Of Thought -

Love begins with our thoughts. We become what we think about. Loving thoughtscreate loving experiences and loving relationships. Affirmations can change ourbeliefs and thoughts about others and ourselves. If we want to love someone, weneed to consider their needs and desires. Thinking about your ideal partner willhelp you recognize her when you meet her.

The Power Of Respect -

You cannot love anyone or anything unless you first respect them. The firstperson you need to respect is yourself. To begin to gain self-respect asksyourself, "What do I respect about myself?" To gain respect for others, eventhose you may dislike, ask yourself "What do I respect about them?"

The Power Of Giving -

If you want to receive love, all you have to do is give it! The more love yougive, the more you will receive. To love is to give of yourself freely andunconditionally. Practice random acts of kindness. Before committing to arelationship ask not what the other person will be able to give to you, butrather what will you be able to give them. The secret formula of a happy,lifelong, loving relationship is to always focus on what you can give instead ofwhat you can take.The

Power Of Friendship -

To find a true love, you must first find a true friend. Love does not consist ofgazing into each other's eyes, but rather looking outward together in the samedirection. To love someone completely you must love them for who they are, notwhat they look like. Friendship is the soil through which love's seeds grow. Ifyou want to bring love into a relationship, you must first bring friendship.

The Power Of Touch -

Touch is one of the most powerful expressions of love, breaking down barriersand bonding relationships. Touch changes our physical and emotional states andmakes us more receptive to love.

The Power Of Letting Go -

If you love something, let it free. If it comes back to you it's yours, if itdoesn't, it never was. Even in a loving relationship, people need their ownspace. If we want to learn to love, we must first learn to forgive and let go ofpast hurts and grievances. Love means letting go of our fears, prejudices, egosand conditions. "Today I let go of all my fears, the past has no power over me -today is the beginning of a new life."

The Power Of Communication -

When we learn to communicate openly and honestly, life changes. To love someoneis to communicate with them. Let the people you love know that you love them andappreciate them. Never be afraid to say those three magic words: "I Love you."Never let an opportunity pass to praise someone. Always leave someone you lovewith a loving word - it could be the last time you see them. If you were aboutto die but could make telephone calls to the people you loved, who would youcall, what would you say and.. Why are you waiting?

The Power Of Commitment -

If you want to have love in abundance, you must be committed to it, and thatcommitment will be reflected in your thoughts and actions. Commitment is thetrue test of love. If you want to have loving relationships, you must becommitted to loving relationships. When you are committed to someone orsomething, quitting is never an option. Commitment distinguishes a fragilerelationship from a strong one.

The Power Of Passion -

Passion ignites love and keeps it alive. Lasting passion does not come throughphysical attraction alone; it comes from deep commitment, enthusiasm, interestand excitement. Passion can be recreated by recreating past experiences when youfelt passionate. Spontaneity and surprises produce passion. The essence of loveand happiness are the same; all we need to do is to live each day with passion.

The Power Of Trust -

Trust is essential in all loving relationships. Without it one person becomessuspicious, anxious and fearful and the other person feels wrapped andemotionally suffocated. You cannot love someone completely unless you trust themcompletely. Act as if your relationship with the person you love will never end.One of the ways you can tell whether a person is right for you is to askyourself, "Do I trust them completely and unreservedly? " If the answer is "no",think carefully before making a commitment.