…I have never understood the concept of infatuation. It…
““…I have never understood the concept of infatuation. It has always been my understanding that being ‘infatuated’ with someone means you think you are in love, but you’re actually not; infatuation is (supposedly) just a foolish, fleeting feeling. But if being ‘in love’ is an abstract notion, and it’s not tangible, and there is no way to physically prove it to anyone else… well, how is being in love any different than having an infatuation? They’re both human constructions. If you think you’re in love with someone and you feel like you’re in love with someone, then you obviously are; thinking and feeling is the sum total of what love is. Why do we feel an obligation to certify emotions with some kind of retrospective, self-imposed authenticity?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love is defined by personal belief and feeling rather than external validation, making it a self‑authored experience.
In simple terms: Love is what you feel and believe.
Key Takeaway
Trust your own feelings.
Themes
love
psychology
authenticity
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- self‑reflection
- social expectations
Key Concepts
subjective experience
emotional construction
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate love from infatuation?
- What role does societal expectation play in defining love?
A Different Perspective
Love may be idealized, overlooking practical compatibility.