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LOVE IS A SKILL

Today, we're diving deep into the love game. 

And who's our coach? 

None other than a man who has better helped me understand my own relationships…

Alain De Botton. 

I was listening to a recent podcast with Alain, and he dropped this gem of a quote: 

“Love is a skill to learn, not just an emotion to feel.”

I blame a lot of what we think love actually is on movies…

For decades, Hollywood has been selling us this dream where love is all about that magical moment when eyes meet and bam – happily ever after. 

Newsflash: that's not how it works in the real world.

That electrifying “spark” we all chase? 

It's just the start. 

If you're gunning for a love that lasts, you better roll up your sleeves and get to work on your love skills.

So, what’s this "skill of love" all about? 

It's recognising that your partner has flaws. 

Spoiler alert: so do you.

The skill of love is all about signing up for a journey where you both uncover what makes each other tick and, sometimes, what makes you both a little nuts.

It's about navigating life's rollercoaster together and learning to embrace your partner, warts and all while feeling embraced yourself.

Relationships are tough cookies! 

They demand effort, patience, and a whole lot of elbow grease. 

And in the real world, love is about rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty. 

But the payoff is huge if you're willing to put in the work. 

Spending your life with the right person equals a life brimming with meaning and fulfilment.

It's a skill, and like any skill, it takes practice and persistence.

But when you finally master that skill?

You'll realise all the hard work was worth it!