Mindful Love, Loss & Lust

Almost a decade ago, I found my soul mate.

I tend to expect from others what I’m willing and able to give of myself.

I pretended to love myself for many years.

“Not until someone dissolves, can he or she know what union is.” ~ Rumi

The topic of commitment is vast and complicated, as everyone defines it differently.

“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” ~ Stephen R. Covey

Healthy relationships don’t come easy.

“Perhaps, the problem is not the intensity of your love, but the quality of the people you are loving.” ~ Warsan Shire

Seven years ago — way before I became interested in Buddhist philosophy — my partner, at the time, shared with me a video about love and…