I didn't know that's what love could slowly turn into over time. I thought it was flowers and dates, small fights, making up, and soft movie nights. Walking hand in hand, feeling chosen, feeling safe, like nothing could go wrong. We fantasize so much about love, fed constantly on only the beautiful parts. But we forget it's not just joy, it carries problems we don't always see coming. The kind that don't knock, just slowly settle in without asking. It's not just excitement, it brings anxiety, not just affection, but insecurities too. Feelings you didn't even know existed until something starts slipping. And a relationship can quietly change the entire direction of your life. Sometimes so subtly, you only realize it when you don't recognize yourself anymore. So be careful, choose wisely, and don't ignore what feels off just to hold on. It's a part of life, not your whole life, and you can walk away if you need to.