"To love-truly love-is to step into the unknown of another heart and say, I am here. I see you. I will not turn away. It is easy to love when it is light, when it is laughter, when it asks nothing of us. But real love? It takes work. It asks for patience when you don't understand, kindness when you feel misunderstood, softness when tension is high. Love is choosing to stay present even when someone's pain makes them push you away. It is speaking gently when you are tempted to raise your voice. It is holding space for someone's healing without rushing them to be whole. Love is not perfect. It is not always easy. But it is always worth it. Because at the end of the day, we are all just souls longing to be seen, to be known, to be held in the light of someone's unwavering kindness. So love bravely. Love deeply."