We often hear stories of people in love and the wonderful journey they take together. We think of our own idealistic vision of falling in love and living a life full of passion and affection. But what about those tales that don't involve romance? What about when love takes another form entirely?
The concept of platonic love may seem futile, as it revolves around an emotional attachment with no physical passion. To some, this appears to be nothing more than an emotional void. That is why many people turn their back on the notion of platonic love. They may be unable to see the virtue of self-denial such a relationship can bring to their lives.
In constant pursuit of something better, many of us forget to cherish what we have. Too often, we become so fixated on finding the perfect person that we overlook how blessed we are to have true friends in our lives. True friendship is not easy to come by and it requires mutual respect as well as understanding. By rejecting the idea of platonic relationships, we could very well be missing out on something special.
That is why it is important to accept the selfless nature of such a bond. While it may not include any sexual desire, platonic love still has the potential to amplifies our feelings of contentment. It should be embraced for its unique ability to provide a calming comfort that finds its roots in familiarity and trust. Platonic relationships can open up a gateway to valuable life lessons; experienced through the form of wise conversations or subtle acts of kindness.
Not all of us will feel the same way about platonic relationships. It isn't for everyone. However, if there was ever a time to ponder the rewards of saying ‘no’ to romance and ‘yes’ to platonic love, it's now. Make the most of your current connections and never take true friendship for granted. Making the conscious effort to reject romantic entanglement in favor of platonic love could prove to be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.
Remember that it doesn’t mean you have to turn away from all forms of love. You simply have to redefine it. A single platonic relationship could help you recognize the beauty in the more subtle aspects of connection. It reminds us of the importance of building strong friendships that are based in admiration and companionship.
Letting go of physical affection allows us to delve deeper into a bond of intellectual intimacy. Unlike the erratic rollercoaster of a romantic relationship, platonic love makes the journey smoother; allowing the formation of deep conversations, mutual respect and personal growth.
These are the qualities that many people might search for in a partner, yet find in an old friend. Platonic love also serves as an antidote to our current social climate. Unconditional commitment and genuine companionship are becoming increasingly hard to find. So why not embrace platonic love for the unique and treasured experience it is?
Rejecting platonic love may seem like a waste of potential, but it is actually a great way to develop meaningful, lifelong relationships. This can be you highest virtue. Knowing when to step away from the chase and keep your existing support system unharmed is a much greater show of strength of character. It might just result in the greatest love affair of your life.
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